ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Pharmacology 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving morphine. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct assessment the nurse should perform first is the respiratory rate (
C) when a client is receiving morphine. Respiratory depression is a common side effect of morphine, and it can lead to serious complications like respiratory arrest. Monitoring the respiratory rate will help the nurse detect any signs of respiratory distress early on. Assessing the apical heart rate (
A), blood pressure (
B), and level of consciousness (
D) are important as well, but respiratory rate takes priority due to the potential for life-threatening respiratory depression. It is crucial to address respiratory issues promptly to prevent further complications.
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