The nurse is preparing to assist her patient to walk to the bathroom after medicating her with a narcotic for pain management. Of what possible adverse effect should the nurse be immediately aware?
a. Constipation
b. Depression
c. Dizziness
d. Pain relief
ANS: C
Potential adverse side effects of narcotics include respiratory depression, hypotension, confusion, sedation, constipation, and dizziness. The nurse should be immediately aware of dizziness during ambulation because of the safety risks. Pain relief is expected. Depression is not an immediate adverse side effect. Constipation will not impact the nurse's ability to safely ambulate the patient.
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