A client is prescribed a CNS stimulant as treatment for respiratory depression. Before administering the drug, which of the following would be most important for the nurse to assess? Select all that apply
A) Blood pressure
B) Pulse
C) Respiratory rate
D) Respiratory pattern
E) Review of recent lab work
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Before administering a CNS stimulant, the nurse should assess the following: blood pressure; pulse; respiratory rate, depth, and pattern; and review of recent lab work. In addition, the nurse should identify the drug or drugs that may have contributed to the client's respiratory depression.
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