A Nurse Is Taking Care of a Patient in the ICU

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nurse is taking care of a patient in the ICU who has been on opioids for an extended period of time. The nurse understands that the child has to slowly wean from the medication over a period of time. While weaning, the nurse will observe the child for symptoms of too rapid withdrawal, including:

• A)Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.
• B)Bradycardia and pallor.
• C)Decreased blood pressure and drowsiness.
• D)Voracious appetite and hypotonicity.

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