Symptoms of Withdrawal from Opioids for Which the Nurse Should

question 29

Multiple Choice

Symptoms of withdrawal from opioids for which the nurse should assess include

• A) dilated pupils, tachycardia, elevated blood pressure, and elation.
• B) nausea, vomiting, diaphoresis, anxiety, and hyperreflexia.
• C) mood lability, incoordination, fever, and drowsiness.
• D) excessive eating, constipation, and headache.

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