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A client is given an opiate drug for pain relief following general anesthesia. The client becomes extremely somnolent with respiratory depression. The physician is likely to order the administration of:
A. naloxone (Narcan).
B. labetalol (Normodyne).
C. neostigmine (Prostigmin).
D. thiothixene (Navane).
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
Naloxone is an opiate antagonist. It attaches to opiate receptors and blocks or reverses the action of narcotic analgesics. Choice 2 is incorrect because Labetalol is a beta blocker. Choice 3 is incorrect because Neostigmine is an anticholinesterase agent. Choice 4 is incorrect because Thiothixene is an antipsychotic agent.Pharmacological Therapies
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