Naloxone Admin Process

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Grade Level: 11

Duration: 60 minutes

Class Size: 25 students

Subject: Health

Topic: Naloxone Administration Process and Procedures

Standards Alignment:

This lesson aligns primarily with the following Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Literacy in Health and Technical Subjects (adapted for health context):

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.11-12.3: Follow precisely a complex multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks, attending to special cases or exceptions defined in the text.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.1: Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions with diverse partners on health-related topics, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.11-12.2: Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; summarize complex concepts related to health procedures clearly and accurately.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.11-12.6: Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products related to health procedures, while linking to and citing sources.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• I can identify and explain the steps required to ensure scene safety and conduct an initial assessment of a suspected opioid overdose.
• I can describe and demonstrate the proper naloxone administration process and understand appropriate follow-up actions.
• I can participate in discussions about overdose response with my peers confidently and respectfully.

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Materials Needed

• Slide deck detailing scene safety, initial assessment, and naloxone administration (provided by teacher)
• Naloxone nasal spray training kits or demonstration devices
• Dyslexia-friendly handouts summarizing key steps (simple language, bullet points, large fonts, ample spacing)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Scenario cards for role-play activities
• Video clip showing a real-life naloxone administration (optional)

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Lesson Breakdown

1. Introduction & Engagement (10 minutes)

Objective: Activate prior knowledge on opioid overdose and naloxone use. Set learning goals.

• Activity:
  • Briefly introduce the opioid crisis and the importance of naloxone.
  • Show the dyslexia-friendly summary handout with simple language and clear structure.
  • Explicitly read aloud the "I can..." statements for today’s lesson.
  • Ask: What do you already know about naloxone and overdose response?

Success Criteria:

• I can state why naloxone is important.
• I can share one fact or question about overdoses or naloxone.

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2. Scene Safety and Initial Assessment (15 minutes)

Objective: Understand and articulate the steps for ensuring scene safety and performing a quick initial assessment.

• Instruction (7 minutes):

  • Present clear, step-by-step instructions from slides:
    1. Check for any immediate danger to yourself or others; ensure the environment is safe.
    2. Identify signs of overdose (e.g., unresponsiveness, slow breathing, blue lips).
    3. Call 911 immediately (emphasize importance even after naloxone administration).
    4. Attempt to rouse the person by shouting and tapping.
    5. Assess for normal breathing or gag reflex.

• Dyslexia-Friendly Strategy:

  • Use bulleted lists on handouts with key terms bolded.
  • Provide a concise flow chart of these steps.
  • Use visuals/icons to accompany each step on slides/handout.

• Guided Practice (8 minutes):

  • Role-play scenarios with students working in pairs/groups where one student reads a situation card and another practices initial assessment steps aloud.
  • Teacher circulates to provide immediate scaffolding and feedback.

Success Criteria:

• I can list at least 3 safety checks before approaching a person.
• I can recognize key signs of an opioid overdose.
• I can explain why calling 911 is critical immediately.

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3. Naloxone Administration and Follow-Up (20 minutes)

Objective: Learn and demonstrate the proper naloxone nasal spray administration technique and post-administration steps.

• Instruction (10 minutes):

  • Using slides, guide students through the naloxone nasal spray 5-step procedure:
    1. Remove naloxone spray from packaging.
    2. Hold the spray with your thumb on the bottom of the plunger and your first and middle fingers on the nozzle.
    3. Insert nozzle into one nostril of the person who is unresponsive.
    4. Press the plunger firmly to release the dose.
    5. Remove the spray and dispose of it safely.
  • Explain follow-up actions: repositioning the person for breathing, monitoring responsiveness, and informing EMS upon arrival.

• Demonstration:

  • Teacher or student volunteer demonstrates using a trainer device or animation.

• Dyslexia-Friendly Modifications:

  • Present steps in short, numbered lists with supportive icons on handouts.
  • Use clear, straightforward vocabulary, avoiding jargon.

• Hands-on Practice (10 minutes):

  • Break students into small groups; each practices on a training device, verbalizing each step aloud.

Differentiation Strategies:

• Provide tactile learners with physical practice kits.
• Visual learners benefit from icon-supported handouts and video clips.
• For auditory learners, repeat key steps aloud and encourage paraphrasing.
• For students needing extra support, use peer buddies during role-plays and provide written notes ahead of time.

Success Criteria:

• I can demonstrate the naloxone nasal spray administration accurately.
• I can explain what to do after giving naloxone until professional help arrives.

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4. Extension Activity & Discussion (10 minutes)

Objective: Extend understanding through critical thinking and discuss ethical considerations.

• Advanced Learner Activity:

  • In small groups, write a brief role-play script showing how they would educate a friend or family member about naloxone use.
  • Include potential barriers to naloxone administration and how to overcome stigma or fear.

• Whole Class Discussion:

  • What are some common misconceptions about naloxone?
  • How can we support those impacted by opioid overdose in our community?

Success Criteria:

• I can create and present a naloxone education script clearly.
• I can analyze challenges related to overdose response and express empathy.

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5. Wrap-Up and Assessment (5 minutes)

Objective: Evaluate understanding and clarify any misunderstandings.

• Exit Ticket:
  • Write down one key step in naloxone administration and one reason why scene safety is important.
  • Optional: Oral Q&A with pairs sharing their takeaway before departure.

Success Criteria:

• I can recall key naloxone administration and safety steps independently.
• I can communicate clear reasons for safe response actions.

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Instructor Notes

• Preparation: Ensure all training kits and handouts are ready and that the classroom tech supports slide/video presentation.
• Accessibility: Check with students before class for any specific accommodations (e.g., extra time, reading assistance).
• Encourage Empathy: Reinforce the importance of responding to overdose without judgment and creating a safe space for discussion.
• Safety Reminder: Naloxone administration is lifesaving; emphasize the critical role students can play as bystanders.
• Classroom Management: Role-plays can get lively—set clear behavioral expectations.
• Assessment: Informal observations during role-plays plus the exit ticket will gauge lesson success.

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This plan models real-world skills integrated with literacy standards, designed with inclusivity and engagement for 11th graders tackling important health and safety knowledge.