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    A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department (ED). Exhibits Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
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    Actions to Take Choices

    Obtain prescription for restraints
    Anticipate administering clonidine
    Obtain prescription for naloxone
    Prepare to initiate mechanical ventilation

    Potential Condition Choices

    Stimulant intoxication
    Opioid withdrawal
    Opioid Intoxication
    Alcohol intoxication

    Parameters to Monitor Choices

    Cardiac arrhythmias
    Pupillary reaction
    Ethanol level
    Respiratory rate

    Click or drag items into the slots above. Items can only go into their matching column.

    Explanation
    Opioid intoxication: The client shows hallmark signs of opioid overdose bradypnea, pinpoint pupils, hypothermia, confusion, and hypotension after a long history of oxycodone use and functional decline. Obtain prescription for naloxone: Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses life-threatening respiratory depression caused by opioid toxicity and should be administered promptly. Prepare to initiate mechanical ventilation: Due to the client's shallow respirations and oxygen saturation of 90% on room air, assisted ventilation may be needed to maintain adequate oxygenation post-naloxone or if unresponsive. Respiratory rate: Hypoventilation is the most critical complication of opioid overdose; frequent monitoring is essential to detect deterioration or improvement following naloxone administration. Pupillary reaction: Constricted pupils are a key indicator of opioid toxicity. Monitoring for dilation after naloxone helps assess the reversal of opioid effects and neurologic improvement.
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