A nurse is administering an opioid medication to a child. Which side effects should the nurse watch for with this classification of medication? Select all that apply
a. Respiratory depression
b. Hepatic damage
c. Constipation
d. Pruritus
e. Gastrointestinal bleeding
A, C, D
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Correct The nurse should remember opioids can produce sedation and respiratory
depression in addition to analgesia. Other adverse effects can include
constipation, pruritus, nausea, vomiting, cough suppression, and urinary
retention.
Incorrect Acetaminophen is associated with hepatic damage, and NSAIDs are
associated with gastrointestinal bleeding.
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