Opioid Emergencies
We have been teaching opioid emergency recognition and management since our Paramedic Diploma programme in 1998. We expanded this training into our EMR and EMT classes as provincial guidelines were modified for the use of Naloxone (Narcan). Since 2015 we have created a unique certificate course for Opioid OD recognition and management. Greg Clarkes, our College Education Coordinator has published a book specifically to "fill the gap" as very few evidence-based publications exist for First Responders. It is called the Rapid Response Guide to Opioid Emergencies. It can be found on Amazon, and in Kindle format.Follow this link to purchase: https://a.co/d/9v7ApHZ
Narcan Administration Provider Course
This 3-4 hour certificate course focuses on several areas:
What are opioids and what is the threat to first responders and the public?
The importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and the need for fit-tested N95 respirators.
The importance of self-care when working alone, and hoe to self-administer Narcan when needed in a timely manner.
The importance of buddy-care when teamed up, and how to administer Narcan when needed on a co-worker.
The importance of caring for a member of the public, and how to administer Narcan in a timely manner.
Them importance of early activation of emergency services, and the ability to provide life-saving care until their arrival.
In this class we blend lectures, videos, interactive discussions, and scenarios utilizing Nasal Narcan primarily, and the use of Bag-Mask devices for resuscitation in concert with CPR skills when needed.