Prior to the administration of an opioid antagonist, which of the following would be most important for the nurse to obtain? Select all that apply
A) Blood pressure
B) Blood glucose
C) Pulse
D) Pain assessment
E) Respiratory rate
Ans: A, C, E
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Prior to the administration of an opioid antagonist, the nurse must obtain the client's blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate.
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