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Opioid Overdose for Emergency Medical

Opioid Overdose for Emergency Medical

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Course

Learn about the impact of the opioid epidemic and how to recognize and treat potential opioid overdoses. Essential for EMS professionals combatting the crisis.

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Describe what opioids are and list common types of prescription, synthetic, and illicit opioids.

  2. Describe how opioids affect the human body and why they are associated with such a high risk of addiction and abuse.

  3. Describe the origins and development of the opioid epidemic, recent trends, and its impact on emergency medical personnel.

  4. Describe the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose.

  5. Describe the assessment and treatment process when responding to a known or suspected opioid overdose.

  6. Explain the importance of naloxone in treating an opioid overdose and how it works.

  7. Describe prevention strategies that can be implemented at the community level to address the opioid crisis.

Course description

This course provides EMS professionals with an overview of the impact of the opioid epidemic on the United States and why opioids are so addictive, how to recognize a potential opioid overdose, recommended measures for treating overdoses in the field, and steps to take to help a community combat the opioid crisis.

Course content

  • Introduction

  • What Are Opioids?

  • Overview of the Opioid Crisis

  • Knowledge Check

  • Drug Misuse, Abuse, and Addiction Defined

    • Common Patient Drug Diversion Techniques

    • Common Health Care Provider Drug Diversion Techniques

  • Knowledge Check

  • Risk Factors for Opioid Use and Abuse

  • The Effect of Opioids on the Body

  • Knowledge Check

  • Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Overdose

  • Knowledge Check

  • Emergency Treatment of Overdose Patients

  • Knowledge Check

  • Administering Naloxone

  • Knowledge Check

  • Safety When Responding to an Opioid Overdose

  • Knowledge Check

  • The Role of Emergency Medical Personnel in Curbing the Opioid Crisis

  • Knowledge Check

  • What Would You Do?

  • Knowledge Check

  • Conclusion

Course details

CE Broker ID20-803824
Activity TypeKnowledge-based

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Instructor

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John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP

John Francis Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP is an Emergency Medicine Specialist in Florida with more than 25 years in emergency medicine and family medicine.

Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Emergency Medical ResponderAdvanced Emergency Medical TechnicianEmergency Medical Technician

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for EMS professionals.

  • Florida Emergency Medical Services

  • Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services

  • Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Board

Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Opioid Overdose for Emergency Medical", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Emergency Medical Services. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Emergency Medical Responder, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.

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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Requirements for Credit

To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection

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