Class Enrollment

Opioid Awareness and Naloxone Administration (Free)
Date/Time:	Mon 3/30/2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Location:	Downers Grove CPR Ltd.
Class Price:	$0.00

Class Description: The Opioid Awareness and Naloxone Administration class is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize opioid overdose emergencies and administer naloxone, a life-saving medication. This class provides comprehensive education on the opioid crisis, including its prevalence, causes, and effects on individuals and communities. Participants will learn how to identify signs and symptoms of opioid overdose, as well as the importance of prompt intervention.

Topics Covered:

1. Understanding Opioids: An overview of opioids, including prescription painkillers and illicit drugs like heroin. Discussion on the opioid epidemic and its impact on public health.

2. Opioid Pharmacology: Exploring how opioids affect the body, including their mechanism of action, side effects, and potential for addiction.

3. Recognizing Opioid Overdose: Signs and symptoms of opioid overdose, including respiratory depression, pinpoint pupils, and unconsciousness. Strategies for identifying overdose situations and assessing the need for intervention.

4. Naloxone: The Antidote: In-depth discussion on naloxone, its mechanism of action, and its role in reversing opioid overdose. Proper storage, handling, and administration of naloxone kits.

5. Administering Naloxone: Hands-on training in naloxone administration, including nasal spray and injectable formulations. Practice scenarios to enhance participants' confidence and competence in administering naloxone effectively.

6. Good Samaritan Laws: Understanding legal protections and responsibilities associated with administering naloxone in emergency situations. Discussion on Good Samaritan laws and how they encourage bystander intervention.

7. Post-Overdose Care: Guidance on providing supportive care to individuals following naloxone administration, including the importance of seeking medical assistance and providing emotional support.

Target Audience: This class is suitable for a diverse range of individuals, including healthcare professionals, first responders, community members, social workers, and anyone interested in addressing the opioid crisis and saving lives.

Delivery Format: The class is typically delivered through a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, multimedia presentations, and hands-on practical exercises. Participants are encouraged to actively engage in the learning process and ask questions to deepen their understanding.

Outcome: By the end of the class, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to:

• Recognize signs of opioid overdose.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to opioid overdose emergencies.
• Safely administer naloxone to reverse opioid overdose.
• Understand the importance of seeking further medical assistance and providing post-overdose care.
• Contribute to efforts aimed at preventing opioid-related fatalities and promoting community health and safety.