Following the administration of naloxone (Narcan) to a client who overdosed on opiates, the nurse knows to monitor the client closely for which affect?
A) Seizure activity
B) Liver failure
C) Respiratory depression
D) Cerebral edema
C
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Naloxone (Narcan) is used for partial or complete reversal of opiate induced respiratory depression, but because it is a short-acting drug, respiratory depression may reoccur after its effects wear off. Cerebral edema, liver failure, and seizure activity are not directly associated with opioid overdose.
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