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The opioid crisis continues to impact communities across the country, and in many overdose situations, police officers are the first people to arrive on the scene. That reality inspired a powerful community initiative led by CRNA student Krystin Jones. Her DNP project focuses on training law enforcement officers to recognize opioid overdoses and confidently administer naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an overdose and potentially save a life.
In this episode, Krystin tells us how she partnered with local law enforcement to create hands-on simulation training for officers, teaching them how to identify overdoses, administer Narcan, and provide immediate care until EMS arrives. The impact CRNAs and advanced practice nurses reaches well beyond the bedside, and this is a great example of how they can influence policy and improve safety for entire communities.
Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode:
🚨 Police are often first on the scene
💉 Narcan can mean the difference between life and death
🏥 Healthcare professionals can impact communities beyond hospitals
📊 The opioid crisis remains a serious public health challenge
🤝 Collaboration saves lives
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“Ensuring that officers are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to use naloxone can mean the difference between life and death.”
