OVERDOSE DEATH IS PREVENTABLE. Visit www.ochd.org for OCHD SUBSTANCE ABUSE services & resources.
https://www.ochd.org/ocean-county-substance-use-resources/
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Opioids affect the part of the brain that regulates our breathing. When individuals consume high doses of opioids, it can lead to an overdose, which can include slowing or stopping breathing, and unfortunately death.
Opioid overdose is life-threatening and requires immediate attention. Knowing the signs of opioid overdose is critical for saving lives.
Some common symptoms of an overdose are:
-Extremely pale face and/or feels clammy to the touch-Limp body-Purple or blue colored fingernails or lips-Vomiting or gurgling noises-A person cannot be awakened or/and is unable to speak-Slow or stopped heartbeat and/or breath
It may be difficult to know for sure whether a person is experiencing an overdose or not. However, if you are not sure, you should still treat it like an overdose and follow the steps below. You could save a life!
1. Call 911 immediately!
2. Administer Narcan/naloxone if it is available3. Try to keep the person awake and breathing4. Lay the person on their side to prevent any choking5. Stay with the person until emergency help arrives
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