A client is receiving an opioid analgesic. Assessment reveals that his respiratory rate has dropped. Which of the following would the nurse expect to implement? Select all that apply
A) Oxygen administration
B) Coaching of the client to breathe
C) Discontinuation of the opioid analgesic
D) Naloxone administration
E) Albuterol administration
Ans: B, D
Feedback:
Coaching the client to breathe and administering naloxone (in severe cases) are appropriate measures used to treat a drop in respiratory rate in a client receiving an opioid analgesic. Oxygen would have little effect if the client's rate has dropped. The opioid would not be discontinued. Albuterol would be used if the client was experiencing bronchospasms.
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