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Naloxone counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient receiving opioid substitution therapy is supplied take-home naloxone by a commissioned service. A family member asks when it should be used. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: E — Use it if opioid overdose is suspected and call emergency services

Naloxone reverses opioid toxicity and is used when overdose is suspected, particularly with reduced consciousness or respiratory depression. Emergency services should still be called because naloxone may wear off before the opioid. It does not replace planned treatment or treat opioid adverse effects such as constipation.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS