Do not leave sedatives at the bedside to take as needed. If the patient takes the drugs too often or all at one time, a(n) ________ is possible.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
overdose
Do not leave sedatives at the bedside to take as needed. If the patient takes the drugs too often or all at one time, an overdose is possible.
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