If you suspect that someone is experiencing an Opioid Overdose Call 911
Put on Personal Protective Equipment before entering within 2 metres of the individual (gloves, mask, gown)
Check for responsiveness and stimulate (call name, shake, rub chest/sternum with your thumb knuckle)
Administer Naloxone
Repeat Naloxone in 3 – 5 minutes if individual remains unresponsive
Stay with individual until help arrives
Chest compressions only
No rescue breathing
Limit responders who are within 2 metres (6 feet) to 1 person (if possible)
Reviewed by:
Dr Debbie Dyke
Dr Chris Steingart
Updated date reviewed May 6, 2020