A woman in active labor is given nalbuphine hydrochloride (Nubain) 14 mg IV for pain relief. Half an hour later, her respirations are at 8 per minute. The physician would likely order which medication for this patient?
1. Narcan
2. Reglan
3. Benadryl
4. Vistaril
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Rationale 1: Narcan is the drug used to reverse the respiratory effects of narcotics.
Rationale 2: Reglan would not be used for a decreased respiratory rate.
Rationale 3: Benadryl is not used for a decreased respiratory rate.
Rationale 4: Vistaril would further decrease respiratory rate.
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