Select the nursing intervention necessary after administering naloxone (Narcan) to a patient with an opiate overdose
a. Monitor the airway and vital signs every 15 minutes.
b. Insert a nasogastric tube and test gastric pH.
c. Treat hyperpyrexia with cooling measures.
d. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
ANS: A
Narcotic antagonists such as naloxone quickly reverse CNS depression; however, because the narcotics have a longer span of action than antagonists, the patient may lapse into unconsciousness or require respiratory support again. The incorrect options are measures unrelated to naloxone use.
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