A client is prescribed secobarbital. The nurse understands that the client is at increased risk of respiratory depression. The nurse plans to assess the client's respiratory status at which time? Select all that apply
A) 5 to 10 minutes after drug administration
B) 10 to 15 minutes after drug administration
C) 30 to 60 minutes after drug administration
D) Before drug administration
E) 60 to 90 minutes after drug administration
Ans: C, D
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The nurse carefully assesses respiratory function before administering a sedative, 30 to 60 minutes after administering the drug, and frequently thereafter.
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