Which is NOT a step in administering Narcan?

Providing hydration is not a step in administering Narcan. Narcan, or naloxone, is an opioid antagonist used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose. The key steps in administering Narcan involve recognizing an overdose situation, ensuring the safety of the environment, calling for emergency help, and then administering the medication.

When administering Narcan, the focus is on immediate response actions such as ensuring the person’s airway is clear and giving the medication either intranasally or intramuscularly. In contrast, providing hydration is not a standard procedure in the context of overdose management, as the priority is addressing the opioid effects before considering other supportive measures. Focusing on the administration of Narcan and calling for emergency services are the critical actions required to save a life in an overdose situation.