When administering opioid drugs, the nurse should have an opioid antagonist readily available in case the client experiences which effects?
1. Nausea and vomiting
2. Hyperventilation
3. Hypoventilation
4. Hypovolemia
Question 2
A client is prescribed an opioidnonopioid drug combination. The nurse explains that the drug is composed of hydrocodone and acetaminophen.
The client says, Why am I getting this? I don't have a fever, and I don't think that will be enough for my pain. Which is the best response from the nurse?
1. I am not really sure; it really can't hurt you.
2. You still might run a fever; this will prevent it.
3. Why, are you allergic to acetaminophen?
4. The two drugs work together to relieve your pain.