A nurse cares for a patient diagnosed with an opioid overdose. ...

[Wadzanai]

A nurse cares for a patient diagnosed with an opioid overdose. Which focused assessment has the highest priority?
 
  a. Cardiovascular
  b. Respiratory
  c. Neurologic
  d. Hepatic

Question 2

A patient diagnosed with alcoholism asks, How will Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) help me? Select the nurse's best response.
 
  a. The goal of AA is for members to learn controlled drinking with the support of a higher power.
  b. An individual is supported by peers while striving for abstinence one day at a time.
  c. You must make a commitment to permanently abstain from alcohol and other drugs.
  d. You will be assigned a sponsor who will plan your treatment program.

[Eunice618]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Opioid overdose causes respiratory depression. Respiratory depression is the primary cause of death among opioid abusers. The assessment of the other body systems is relevant but not the priority. See relationship to audience response question.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Admitting to being an alcoholic, making an attempt to remain alcohol-free for a day at a time, and receiving support from peers are basic aspects of AA. The other options are incorrect.