Directive 4.22 Nalaxone

Question 1

According to directive 4.22 Naloxone, Naloxone issued to officers or held in reserve are regularly and routinely rotated back to the fire department emergency medical service director for how long ?

Answer 1

One year prior to the expiration date of the prescription. to allow unused Naloxone to be redistributed to medics prior to expiration.

Question 2

According to directive 4.22 Naloxone, Naloxone displaces opioids from the receptors in the brain that control the central nervous and respiratory system. it is marketed under various trademarks including ________?

Answer 2

Narcan

Question 3

According to directive 4.22 Naloxone, Officers chosen to participate in the Naloxone Program are trained in the use of Naloxone and are currently certified in both CPR and First Aid. The refresher training for Naloxone will Occur ________?

Answer 3

Bi-Annually

Question 4

According to directive 4.22 Naloxone, True or False , Law enforcement personnel may possess and administer Naloxone so long as they have completed training under the Pennsylvania Controlled Substance , Drug , device and cosmetic act.

Answer 4

True : to administer Naloxone- you have to be trained first.

Question 5

According to directive 4.22 Naloxone, Who shall be the Department coordinator for initial state mandated training, maintaining training records. implementing proper inventory control.

Answer 5

Chief inspector, Training and Education Service.