The Use of Naloxone in a Somnolent, Unresponsive ER Patient

question 3

Multiple Choice

The use of naloxone in a somnolent, unresponsive ER patient with barbiturate overdose will lead to:

• A) In improvement in neurologic status
• B) An increase in respiratory rate
• C) No response
• D) Cardiovascular status improvement
• E) Immediate withdrawal

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Definitions:

Tricyclics

A class of antidepressant drugs that are used to treat depression by affecting neurotransmitter levels in the brain, also known for their effectiveness in treating other mood disorders.

Antidepressant Drugs

Medications prescribed to relieve symptoms of depression by adjusting the chemical imbalances of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Tricyclic Drug

A class of antidepressant medication characterized by its chemical structure, which includes three rings; used to treat depression and certain other conditions.

Side Effects

Unintended reactions or outcomes that occur in addition to the desired therapeutic effect of a medication or treatment.