A Client Reports That the Last Time He Received Nitrous

question 18

Multiple Choice

A client reports that the last time he received nitrous oxide for a procedure he had what felt like a hangover" for days afterward.Which intervention should the nurse plan to help avoid this effect?

• A)Prehydrate the client with intravenous normal saline.
• B)Report this comment to the anesthesiologist so he will change the agent used.
• C)Provide the client with caffeine-containing beverages immediately after the procedure.
• D)Have the client breathe 100% oxygen for several minutes following the nitrous oxide.

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