ADMINISTRATION OF NALOXONE (NARCAN)
In order to protect the health and safety of its students, staff and visitors, the
district may provide, store, and administer doses of an opioid antagonist, specifically Naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, for emergency use to assist a student, staff member or other individual believed or suspected to be experiencing an opioid overdose at the school facilities.
Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose caused by an opioid drug. Naloxone has no potential for abuse and is a non-narcotic and non-addicting prescription medication. Symptoms of an opioid drug overdose typically include:
Slow and shallow, or stopped, breathing.
Unresponsiveness or unconsciousness.
Cold or clammy skin.
Blue lips or fingertips.
Snoring or gurgling sounds.
Procurement of Naloxone
The superintendent, principal, certified school nurse, or designee will be responsible for the procurement of naloxone. A health care provider shall prepare standing orders for administration of the Naloxone.
Storage
Naloxone will be clearly marked and stored in an unlocked storage cabinet in the nurse’s office (or other designated area such as with AED). The school nurse will ensure that all other trained staff are aware of the naloxone storage location. Naloxone will be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions to avoid extreme cold, heat and direct sunlight.
Use of Naloxone
Follow the protocol from the health care provider for the administration of naloxone for suspected opioid overdose. A person, if acting with reasonable care, who is in a position to assist a person who is apparently experiencing or who is likely to experience an opioid-related overdose may administer Naloxone without being subject to administrative action or criminal prosecution (Neb. statute 28-470).
Follow Up
After administration of naloxone, the person administering naloxone will report the incident to the building principal that same day. The district will establish procedures for notifying parents/guardians of any minors receiving Naloxone.
Legal Reference: Neb. Statute 28-470
Approved October 9, 2023 Reviewed _______________ Revised ________________
