ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has overdosed on morphine sulfate (Astramorph) and was provided naloxone (Narcan) via subcutaneous route 15 minutes ago. Which of the following signs indicate that the client has abstinence syndrome? (Select All That Apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: The correct signs indicating abstinence syndrome in a client who overdosed on morphine sulfate and received naloxone are fever (
C) and vomiting (
D). Abstinence syndrome, also known as withdrawal symptoms, typically includes flu-like symptoms such as fever and gastrointestinal disturbances like vomiting. Coma (
A) and pinpoint pupils (
B) are indicative of opioid overdose, not abstinence syndrome.
To summarize, fever and vomiting are signs of abstinence syndrome, while coma and pinpoint pupils are characteristic of opioid overdose.
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