A nurse is caring for a client who was administered opioids. The client complains of constipation. What other potential side effect of opioids should the nurse assess for?
A) Sedation
B) Anxiety
C) Diarrhea
D) Insomnia
A
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Opioids and opiates cause sedation, nausea, constipation, and respiratory depression, which are the main side effects to watch for with narcotics. Opioids and opiates do not as commonly lead to anxiety, diarrhea, or insomnia in clients.
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