A client admitted for a heroin overdose receives naloxone (Narcan), which relieves his altered breathing pattern. Two hours later, he complains of muscle aches and abdominal cramps. He also displays a runny nose and is shivering
What assessment can be made? 1. The client should be placed on seizure precautions.
2. The client is experiencing relapse.
3. The client is experiencing symptoms of narcotic withdrawal.
4. The client is experiencing a side effect to the naloxone.
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Rationale: The symptoms of muscle aches, abdominal cramps, runny nose, and chills are indicative of narcotic withdrawal. Early symptoms of narcotic withdrawal are flu-like symptoms. These symptoms are not side effects of naloxone. Seizures are not a symptom of narcotic withdrawal. Relapse is the resumption of use after a period of abstinence.
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