303 Emergency Opioid Antagonist Treatment (V2)

Question 1

B. Member Responsibilities and Criteria for Use [CALEA 41.1.5, CFA 14.14]
When a member of the JSO who is trained in the use of Naloxone, during their official duties, has determined that a JSO member (to include police service dogs) or a member of the public, may be suffering from an opioid overdose, the following measures apply:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j. Who should be immediately notified?

Answer 1

a. Officers shall use universal precautions;
b. Officers should conduct a medical assessment of the patient (to include police service dogs);
c. If the officer makes a determination that there has been an opioid overdose, the Naloxone should be utilized;
d. The officer shall administer the Naloxone via intranasal, auto-injection, or injection as prescribed per training and instruction. Officers should be aware that a rapid reversal of an opioid overdose may cause projectile vomiting by the patient and/or violent behavior;
e. Due to the possible risk of violent behavior upon reversal, ensure any JSO member’s firearm is safely secured or a brief safety assessment of a member of the public is performed to secure possible weapons prior to the administering of Naloxone;
f. Request the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) respond to the scene;
g. Police service dogs shall be immediately transported to the JSO-contracted veterinarian;
h. Maintain continuous observation and treat as the situation dictates;
i. The treating officer(s) shall inform incoming JFRD about the treatment and condition of the patient, and shall not relinquish care of the patient until relieved by a person with a higher level of training; and
j. Immediately notify the member’s supervisor and watch commander.

Question 2

All incidents involving the application of Naloxone shall be documented prior to the end of shift using the following reporting methods:
a. An _______________________ which shall contain the following information:
(1) The personal information of the person on which the Naloxone was used;
(2) Facts of the incident and scene observations;
(3) Facts regarding the application of Naloxone and the results; and
(4) The ______________ of the Naloxone used.
b. An electronic Workers’ Compensation Claim using the “IOD Reporting” link on 94Net per Order 521 (Injury and Exposure) for JSO members, if applicable; and
c. Any applicable specialized unit report (i.e., K-9 Reporting System, SWAT After Action Report, etc.).

Answer 2

1. Information Report
2. lot number

Question 3

D. Storage and Replacement [CFA 14.14]
All selected JSO members in possession of Naloxone shall abide by the following guidelines as shown below:
a. Naloxone shall be stored in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and in approved locations as determined by __________________________;
b. Missing, damaged, or expired Naloxone kit(s) shall immediately be reported to the ________________________; and
c. Requests for replacement of the Naloxone shall be made through the _________________________________.

Answer 3

1. the unit’s commanding officer
2. JSO member’s supervisor
3. applicable unit commanding officer

Question 4

E. Inspection [CFA 14.14]
On an _________________________ (_______________________ timeframe from the documented date), the ______________________________ shall ensure a full visual inspection of all Naloxone is conducted and documented to verify that expiration dates have not been exceeded.
A. Frequency
B. Time Frame
C. Rank/Position

Answer 4

1. annual basis
2. within a 12-month
3. applicable unit commanding officer

Question 5

F. Training and Naloxone Kit Distribution [CFA 14.14]
Prior to issuance and use, all select members shall be trained in the use, care, and control pertaining to Naloxone kits. The following steps shall apply:
a. The _____________________ shall be responsible for facilitating the initial and annual training in the use of Naloxone and the issuance of the Naloxone kits;
b. Members must successfully complete the mandatory Naloxone training before they will be issued or may administer Naloxone;
c. Completed training shall be documented and stored within the ____________________________; and
A. Rank

Answer 5

a. The commanding officer

b. Members must successfully complete the mandatory Naloxone training before they will be issued or may administer Naloxone;

c. applicable unit drive

d. A copy of completed training shall be submitted to an authorized PowerDMS administrator for permanent recording within each member’s training record.