An individual experiencing a heroin overdose has been given one dose of naloxone (Narcan) intravenously. The priority nursing intervention is
a. close observation to determine the need for an additional dose of naloxone.
b. seizure precautions for 2 hours immediately after administration of naloxone.
c. acidification of urine by encouraging the patient to drink cranberry juice.
d. a nonstimulating environment and administration of oral fluids.
A
Naloxone, a narcotic antagonist, permits the individual to respond and respirations to improve. However, because most opioids have a longer-lasting effect than naloxone, the effects of naloxone will wear off before the effects of the opioid. The administration of naloxone might have to be repeated. If it is not, the individual is in danger of death due to respiratory depression.
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