Following the administration of pentazocine (Talwin) to a patient with moderate pain, the nurse should assess for what change in the patient's vital signs?
A) Increased blood pressure
B) Decreased oxygen saturation
C) Increased temperature
D) Increased respiratory rate
A
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Talwin may cause increased blood pressure. It does not typically cause deoxygenation, fever, or tachypnea.
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