The nurse is reviewing the care provided to a group of patients. ...

[Yi-Chen]

The nurse is reviewing the care provided to a group of patients. Which patient's/patients' symptoms are most likely side effects of an opioid pain medication treatment regimen?
 
  1. Patients A and C
  2. Patient C only
  3. Patients B and D
  4. Patient D only

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing data for several patients. Which physiologic assessment findings should the nurse recognize are consistent with those of an adult experiencing acute pain?
 
  1. Patients A and C
  2. Patient A only
  3. Patients B and D
  4. Patient C only

[huda]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Opioid analgesics are CNS and respiratory depressants and tend to have similar unintended effects. They commonly produce sedation, drowsiness, and dizziness. Nausea and vomiting are common adverse effects, as is constipation. Opioids are not typically given for stomach pain prior to a meal. Bruising is not a common side effect of opioid administration.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Predictable physiologic changes occur in the presence of acute pain. These may include muscle tension; tachycardia; rapid, shallow respirations; increased blood pressure; dilated pupils; sweating; and pallor. Equal pupillary response, respiratory changes, and normal skin assessment are not predictable physiological changes with acute pain.

[Yi-Chen]

Excellent

[pratush dev]

Gracias!