On Monday, May 16, 2022, Maine EMS clinicians will begin to see the ability to document the Naloxone Dispensation protocol, specifically, administering the Leave-Behind Naloxone Education. Leave-Behind Naloxone Education documentation will be required when treating a patient for an opiate overdose who subsequently refuses transport. In addition to documenting the procedure of "Leave-Behind Naloxone Education" when treating a patient for an opiate overdose, EMS clinicians will complete either a worksheet or a survey depending on the patient, for the patient, their family, or friends, accepting the leave-behind naloxone. You can find a full copy of the change notice below or on the MEFIRS Bulletins webpage.
Naloxone Dispensation Documentation in MEFIRS (PDF) (5/9/22)
- The worksheet collects information regarding who the Maine EMS clinician provided the Maine EMS-approved naloxone leave-behind kit and associated education, and
- The survey collects information regarding any barriers to naloxone dispensation if the Maine EMS-approved naloxone kit and associated education are not available or are not accepted by the patient, their family, or friends.