2020 AHA ALS Opioid Module
$ 20.00
The ALS: Opioid Module is designed to help clinical team members provide immediate treatment and care for adult opioid overdose victims. Course content includes the following:
- Pathophysiology of opioid overdose
- Special considerations on how to care for overdose patients, including naloxone administration
- Recognizing the need for high-quality CPR and the use of a defibrillator as indicated
- Information on the importance and types of resources available for individuals after an opioid overdose, including medication-assisted therapies
eLearning Course Specifications:
- Features engaging, True Adaptiveā¢ learning
- Responsive design ensures compatibility on mobile devices and tablets
- Students can select their level of competence as they begin the course and can change their selection at any time during the course
- All curriculum is web-accessible through inclusive design (WCAG 2.1 AA)
- Ease of use for more students ā works on all common browsers (no more Flash)
Course Objectives:
After successfully completing this course, students should be able to:
- Describe the current opioid epidemic in the U.S.
- Explain the pathophysiology of chronic opioid use
- Describe the pathophysiology of opioid overdose
- Describe the efficacy of naloxone for opioid overdose
- Review care considerations for comprehensive treatment after an opioid overdose
