Opioids

Understanding Their Types & Effects

Opiates, potent pain-relieving substances, span from prescription medications like Morphine and Oxycodone to perilous illegal drugs such as Heroin or synthetically crafted Fentanyl. All are highly addictive.

Misuse of opioids can result in severe outcomes, including respiratory distress, loss of consciousness, and fatal overdose, posing a significant risk of death.

Danger: Fentanyl - More Deadly Than You Think!

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, poses a grave threat. Its potency can render you helpless or, in the worst-case scenario, lead to fatality. Stay Safe! Avoid non-prescribed opioid use.

Recognizing Opioid Overdose: Vital Signs to Watch For

Person is not moving	Breathing is slow or absent	Person may be choking	Audible gurgling or snoring

Skin feels cold & clammy	Pupils are tiny	Lips & nails are blue	Person can't be woken up

Narcan: A Lifesaving Intervention

Narcan is a life-saving medication that counteracts the effects of an opioid overdose.

Scan or click on this QR Code for essential education on Narcan, covering its mechanism of action, steps to take in case of overdose, instructions for using Intranasal Narcan, and information on accessing Narcan. Don't miss the crucial video demonstration on administering Intranasal Narcan.

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Topic: How to use Naloxone | Length: 2:40

Reference: American Medical Association (AMA)

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