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Tirant22

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The nurse is administering morphine sulfate to a client who had a myocardial infarction. What vital sign would the nurse monitor that directly relates to the use of this narcotic?
 
  A) Heart rate
  B) Respiratory rate
  C) Temperature
  D) Pulse

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a 20-year-old athlete with a sprained left ankle. What nursing
  measures should the nurse employ when caring for this client?
 
  A) Apply a warm moist pack within 24 hours
  B) Lower the ankle to relieve the pain
  C) Apply an ice pack over the ankle after 48 hours
  D) Apply an elastic bandage to immobilize the area


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nathang24

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
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The first sign of narcotic overdose is often respiratory depression. Therefore, monitoring the client's vital signs, particularly respirations, is extremely important when administering narcotics.

Answer to Question 2

D


Tirant22

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Reply 2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Excellent

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