Which of the following agents would be appropriate to use in the treatment of an overdose of meperidine (Demerol)?
a. butorphanol tartrate c. hydrocodone
b. propoxyphene HCl d. naloxone
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is a nonopioid analgesic.
B Incorrect: This is an opioid agonist.
C Incorrect: This is an opioid agonist.
D Correct: This is an opioid antagonist used to reverse the depressive action of opioids.
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