Abrupt reversal of opioid-induced respiratory depression may cause vomiting. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate if this occurs during reversal of opioid-induced respiratory depression? Select all that apply
A) Maintaining a patent airway
B) Stopping the opioid antagonist
C) Suctioning the client as needed
D) Administering more of the opioid
E) Turning the client to the side as needed
Ans: A, C, E
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If vomiting occurs during the reversal of opioid-induced respiratory depression, the nurse must maintain a patent airway and should turn and suction the client as needed.
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