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lindiwe

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An analgesic is prescribed for a postsurgical pediatric client to be administered every 3 to 4 hours. Which can occur if the nurse is delayed in administering the prescribed analgesic?
 
  1. Decrease in the chance of withdrawal symptoms
  2. Decrease in the chance of addiction
  3. Increase in the chance of breakthrough pain
  4. Increase in the child's pain tolerance

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A nurse is providing care for a pediatric client in the intensive care unit (ICU) who has been on opioids for an extended period of time. Which assessment finding indicates to the nurse that the child is experiencing withdrawal symptoms related to the opioid weaning process?
 
  1. Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.
  2. Bradycardia and pallor.
  3. Decreased blood pressure and drowsiness.
  4. Voracious appetite and hypotonicity.
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
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lindiwe

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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