A postoperative patient has received an epidural infusion of morphine sulfate. The patient's respiratory rate decreases to 8, and he has a decreased level of consciousness and miosis. Which medication would the nurse anticipate administering?
a. Naloxone (Narcan)
b. Acetylcysteine (Mucomyst)
c. Methylprednisolone (Medrol)
d. Physostigmine (Antilirium)
ANS: A
Narcan is an opioid antagonist and would counteract the apparent toxicity.
Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen poisoning.
Methylprednisolone is an anti-inflammatory agent and would have not affect on toxicity related to opiate overdose.
Physostigmine is indicated for organophosphate poisoning.
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