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Practice Question

A nurse is caring for a postoperative male client in the surgical unit. The following exhibits are available for review.

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

Respiratory rate 10/min

Rationale:

💁‍♂️A respiratory rate of 10/min indicates respiratory depression, which is a critical side effect of morphine.

📉A pulse oximetry reading of 88% signals hypoxemia, requiring immediate intervention per the provider’s instructions.

💉The fact that morphine 10 mg was recently administered further links these findings to a possible opioid overdose or sensitivity.

📋These findings all align with the provider’s alert threshold and require immediate action and notification.

📌core message

A low RR, low oxygen saturation, and recent morphine administration together indicate opioid-induced respiratory depression, requiring urgent intervention.

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  • Category: LPN Nursing Exams
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams (LPN)
  • Domain: FUNDAMENTALS of Nursing (LPN ati)
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