A patient receiving an intravenous opioid analgesic has become apneic. Match the nursing interventions with the step numbers in order from the highest priority (first intervention) to the lowest priority (last intervention)
a. Place the patient on continuous pulse oximetry to assess SaO2.
b. Administer the prescribed naloxone (Narcan) dose by slow IV push.
c. Ensure oxygen is available.
d. Prepare to calm the child as analgesia is reversed.
22. Step 1
23. Step 2
24. Step 3
25. Step 4
22. ANS: B
23. ANS: A
24. ANS: C
25. ANS: D
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