Question

A 28-year-old man is found unresponsive with pinpoint pupils and shallow respirations. Empty blister packs of codeine phosphate are found nearby. Paramedics suspect opioid overdose. What is the most appropriate initial dose of naloxone to give intravenously in an adult?

Accepted Answer

0.4 mg IV

Answer

0.04 mg IV

Answer

0.1 mg IV

Answer

4 mg IV

Answer

10 mg IV

Practice question

A 28-year-old man is found unresponsive with pinpoint pupils and shallow respirations. Empty blister packs of codeine phosphate are found nearby. Paramedics suspect opioid overdose. What is the most appropriate initial dose of naloxone to give intravenously in an adult?