Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A client who has been taking carisoprodol (Soma) at home for a fractured arm is admitted with a blood pressure of 80/50 mm Hg, a pulse rate of 115 bpm, and respirations of 8 breaths/minute and shallow. The nurse interprets these findings as indicating which of the following?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
These vital signs suggest a hypersensitivity reaction, a serious adverse effect of carisoprodol.