A client is receiving fentanyl IV for postoperative pain. The nurse understands that with this opiod the client should be monitored for:
a. respiratory depression.
c. alertness.
b. CNS stimulation.
d. cough suppression.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Fentanyl is 80 to 100 times as potent as morphine sulfate, so respiratory depression is a risk with this agent.
B Incorrect: This is very unlikely.
C Incorrect: Although this is part of assessing the client's level of consciousness, this is not the best answer.
D Incorrect: Fentanyl is not used as a cough suppressant.
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