A client who received IV morphine is difficult to arouse, has pinpoint pupils, and has a respiratory rate of 7/min. Which medication should the nurse anticipate?

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Accepted Answer

B. Naloxone — This is opioid-induced respiratory depression. Naloxone reverses opioid effects and should be anticipated while supporting the airway and ventilation.

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A. Flumazenil

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C. Atropine

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D. Protamine sulfate