Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is 5 days postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty and is receiving meperidine for pain. While the nurse is taking morning vital signs, the client begins to experience a seizure. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the possible cause for this seizure?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A cumulative effect from meperidine can lead to neurotoxic effects, including seizures, especially in older adults.