A patient who has a history of ongoing opioid abuse is hospitalized for surgery. After a visit by a friend, the nurse finds that the patient is unresponsive with pinpoint pupils. Which prescribed medication will the nurse administer immediately?
a. Naloxone (Narcan)
b. Diazepam (Valium)
c. Clonidine (Catapres)
d. Methadone (Dolophine)
ANS: A
The patient's assessment indicates an opioid overdose, and naloxone should be given to prevent respiratory arrest. The other medications may be used to decrease symptoms associated with opioid withdrawal but would not be appropriate for an overdose.
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