Overdose Signs
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Person is not responsive
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Fingertips or lips turn blue or grey
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Breathing is slow, shallow, or has stopped
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Person is gurgling or making snoring noises
What can you do if you see an opioid overdose?
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Call 911
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If you have naloxone, give the person naloxone and perform rescue breathing
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If no response after 2-3 minutes, give a second dose of naloxone
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Do not leave the person alone (help will arrive)
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If the person starts to breathe or becomes more alert, lay the person in the recovery position: put the person slightly on the left side so that their body is supported by a bent knee with their face turned to the side and bottom arm reaching out to stabilize the position.
Naloxone Training Information
To Schedule a training in Madison, Lauderdale, Tipton, Haywood, Henderson, Chester, Decatur, Fayette, Hardeman, McNairy, or Hardin Counties
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Contact : Mark Mason
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For Contacts in Other Counties in Tennessee. Follow this Link