Paramedic-supplied 'Take Home' Naloxone: protocol for cluster randomised feasibility study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

'Take Home' Naloxone (THN) kits for use by peers in the event of an opioid overdose may reduce further overdose and deaths, but distribution through Drugs Services may not reach those at highest risk. Attendance by paramedics at emergency calls for patients who have suffered an overdose presents an opportunity to distribute THN kits. In this feasibility study we will assess the acceptability of this intervention, and gather data to inform definitive trial planning.

Methods and analysis

Cluster randomised trial with staggered allocation of paramedics (clusters) to groups. We will invite paramedics in an urban area of south Wales, UK to take part. We will randomly allocate those that accept to training sessions during the first 4 months of the trial. Patients atte

SUBMITTER: Moore C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3963087 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature