Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The client is receiving clonidine to relieve selected symptoms of opioid withdrawal. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to complete before administering clonidine?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Clonidine requires BP check (D) to avoid hypotension. Dilated pupils (A) nausea (B) and reflexes (C) donÔÇÖt contraindicate it.