Which of the following nursing assessment criteria would be appropriate to do when administering opioid agonists such as oxycodone, fentanyl and morphine?
A. level of consciousness
B. bowel sounds
C. basic metabolic panel
D. vital signs with an emphasis on respiratory rate
Ans:
A. level of consciousness
B. bowel sounds
D. vital signs with an emphasis on respiratory rate
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