Which of the Following Patients Is MOST Likely to Be

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following patients is MOST likely to be experiencing a life-threatening opioid side effect?

• A) Patient with respiratory rate of 10 breaths/min who is breathing deeply
• B) Patient with a respiratory rate of 8 breaths/min who is snoring
• C) Patient with blood pressure of 150/75 mm Hg and heart rate of 102 beats/min
• D) Patient with a temperature of 100.5° F who is asleep but easily roused

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Definitions:

Partializing

A therapeutic strategy that breaks down overwhelming problems into smaller, more manageable parts to tackle them more effectively.

Goal Attainment

The process of achieving a set of pre-defined objectives or targets within a specified time frame.

Decision-Making Process

The cognitive and logical sequence of steps by which individuals select among options and take action.

Communication Improvement

Communication improvement involves enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of conveying information and understanding between individuals or groups.