A Simple, Effective Approach to Opioid Overdose Education
Why BOOK Is Needed
Despite the widespread use of prescription opioids, many patients remain unaware of the risks associated with overdose, even when taking medication as directed. Traditional education methods often fail to reach those who need them most, and providers may not have the time or resources to deliver comprehensive overdose prevention training.
BOOK bridges this gap by offering a patient-centered, accessible approach to opioid safety education.
Program Components
How It Works
BOOK is designed for use by health care providers and patients with any level of opioid knowledge. The program begins with a brief, 12-question assessment that identifies gaps in a patient’s understanding of opioid risks and overdose response.
If knowledge gaps are found, patients are directed to a concise, self-paced online learning module.
Self-paced learning online learning module topics
- How opioids affect the body and mind
- Physical dependence, withdrawal and tolerance
- Overdose risk factors
- Recognizing the signs of an opioid overdose
- What to do (and what not to do) if an overdose is suspected
The entire intervention can be completed in about 20 minutes and is accessible on any web-enabled device.
Brief Opioid Overdose Knowledge
Implementation
Providers can download the 12-question assessment for free and use it to quickly evaluate patient knowledge during appointments. If additional education is needed, users can be directed to purchase and access the self-paced web module via PayPal. Upon purchase, users receive a confirmation email with a Dropbox link to download their materials.
The BOOK team is automatically notified whenever a purchase is made or the free guide is downloaded for seamless support and tracking. This process allows providers to offer high-quality overdose education without requiring expertise in opioid risk management, all while empowering patients to take an active role in their safety.
Educational Solution to Combat Opioid Overdose
BOOK delivers a research-backed method for increasing opioid safety knowledge among patients. By combining a quick assessment with targeted education, the program helps individuals understand their risk factors and learn effective strategies for overdose prevention.
BOOK is designed to fit comfortably into clinical practice, supporting both providers and patients in the fight against opioid overdose.
Is BOOK Right For You?
BOOK is ideal for health care organizations, clinics and providers who prescribe opioids or care for patients at risk of overdose. If you are looking for an efficient, scalable way to educate patients about opioid safety (without adding to your team’s workload), BOOK offers a proven, easy-to-implement solution.
It is equally effective for patients with opioid use disorder and those using opioids as prescribed for pain management.
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Give your patients the knowledge they need to protect themselves and their loved ones from opioid overdose.