Directions: In this module, you will read the overview, watch a brief video and review the "Naloxone Prescribing Basics" & patient education overdose infographics. In addition, watch videos on how to administer the two different types of Naloxone. Optional additional resources are provided.

Overview

Naloxone Saves Lives

Co-prescribing Naloxone is a universal precaution and one the crucial steps in becoming a life saver.
A 2015 study by Case and Deaton demonstrated that middle-aged white Americans have worsening mortality since 2000 as compared to people from other countries where they show yearly improvements. Opioid overdoses are the main culprit for the worsening mortality rate.
Opioid overdoses cost over $20 billion to society.