After administering a CNS stimulant to a client being treated for ...

[lindiwe]

After administering a CNS stimulant to a client being treated for respiratory depression, the nurse would continue to assess which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Blood pressure
  B) Pulse
  C) Respiratory rate
  D) Respiratory pattern
  E) Level of consciousness

Question 2

Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to assess before administering a CNS stimulant to a client being treated for obesity? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Blood pressure
  B) Pulse
  C) Weight
  D) Respiratory rate
  E) Review of recent lab work

[jointhecircus]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C, D, E
Feedback:
The nurse's ongoing assessment of a client receiving a CNS stimulant for respiratory depression should include blood pressure; pulse; respiratory rate, depth, and pattern; and level of consciousness.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C, D
Feedback:
The nurse's preadministration assessment of a client receiving a CNS stimulant for the treatment of obesity should include blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and weight. A review of recent lab work would not be necessary.

[lindiwe]

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[jointhecircus]

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