When administering naloxone to a patient who overdosed on an opioid, it is important for the paramedic to remember that:
A) small doses of naloxone often cause severe withdrawal symptoms in long-term opioid users.
B) complete reversal of the opioid is essential if the patient receives opioids on a long-term basis.
C) an IV infusion of naloxone should be used for patients who are addicted to opioids.
D) the duration of action of naloxone in the body is less than that of many opioid chemicals.
Ans: D) the duration of action of naloxone in the body is less than that of many opioid chemicals.
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