Question
Can the Nursing Assistant administer naloxone to a patient who has a prescription for a suspected opioid overdose?
Answer
The Nursing Assistant may administer an opioid antagonist (such as naloxone) by injection or by the intranasal route. The Nursing Assistant must have a valid prescription, either in the Nursing Assistant's name, in the name of an entity, in the name of a person/patient, or following a standing order approved by an authorized health care practitioner. For more information, go to the Washington State Department of Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Website.
FAQ Category
Prevention and Treatment of Opioid-Related Overdoses
Audience