Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
The nurse administers naloxone to a client with opioid-induced respiratory depression. One hour later, nursing assessment reveals that the client has a respiratory rate of 4 breaths/minute, oxygen saturation of 75%, and is unable to be aroused. Which action should the nurse implement? Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The clientÔÇÖs persistent respiratory depression indicates the opioid effects are not fully reversed. Administering a second dose of naloxone, an opioid antagonist, is the priority to restore normal breathing.