What assessment finding would lead you to suspect an opioid overdose is the reason for
Z.H.'s condition?
a. Hypertension
b. Fever and tachycardia
c. Constricted pupils and bradypnea
d. Diaphoresis and cool, clammy skin
c
The presence of a low respiratory rate accompanied by miosis is highly suggestive of opiate
overdose. Hypertension and fever are common with opioid withdrawal; diaphoresis and cool,
clammy skin would likely be present with hypoglycemia. Tachycardia and hypertension occur with
overdose of cocaine or other stimulants.
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