Opioid Overdose Information for Patients and Caregivers

• Unconscious or minimally responsive
• Not breathing or breathing very slowed
• Blue color especially around the fingernails or lips
• Pale and clammy skin
• Pinpoint pupils
• Might be making loud snoring/gurgling sounds
• Other helpful indications:
  • History of opioid use
  • Visible pills, pill bottles, and/or drug paraphernalia around the person

1. Survey the scene
2. Check the person for responsiveness
3. CALL 911
4. Perform rescue breathing
5. Administer naloxone
6. Place the person in the recovery position
7. Stay with the person until emergency medical personnel arrive
   

• Video https://youtu.be/WoSfEf2B-Ds

• Video https://youtu.be/lg1LEw-PeTE

• Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Opioid Overdose Initiative
• Treatment Programs
• Connecticut Prescription Monitoring Program