After naloxone (Narcan) is administered to a patient, the nurse would expect to see which symptom?
a. Complete narcotic sleepiness
b. Rebound narcotic symptoms
c. Difficulty in urination
d. Increased temperature
ANS: B
If Narcan is given, the nurse should watch for increased narcotic symptoms (rebound) after the Narcan wears off.
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