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Fentanyl Quiz

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Have you heard of fentanyl but are not exactly sure what it is? Here are nine questions to help you learn more about the risks of fentanyl.

Answer the questions below and then share what you've learned with a teen to help protect them from the risks of fentanyl.

1. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid found in illicit drugs and fake prescription medications.

2. Why is fentanyl a current concern in the U.S.?

3. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that can be detected through . .

4. How can people protect themselves from the dangers of fentanyl?

5. A small amount of fentanyl can cause a deadly overdose. A lethal dose of fentanyl is so small it would . .

6. Prescription pills purchased online are often fakes made with fentanyl.

7. Who regulates the quality control of the manufacture of illegal fentanyl?

8. Why is it important for families to create an “exit plan” in case a teen is offered drugs?

9. What are the signs of a fentanyl overdose?

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Conversation starters about fentanyl to share with your teens:

    1.  What have you heard about fentanyl?

 

    1.  Why do you think someone would risk taking drugs that contain fentanyl?

 

    1.  What could you do if a friend offered you one of their medications?

 

    1.  What could you do if you knew a friend was using medications that weren't prescribed to them?

 

    1. What is our exit plan if you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation?

 

    1. Do you have any questions or concerns we haven't discussed yet?

 

 

 

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