ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN

ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN ( 101 Questions)

A nurse is collecting data from a client who is experiencing opioid toxicity. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?



Correct Answer: D

Opioid toxicity causes central  nervous system and respiratory depression, which can lead to low blood pressure  or hypotension. 

Choice A. Diaphoresis is not correct because opioid toxicity does not cause  excessive sweating. Diaphoresis can be a sign of opioid withdrawal or other  conditions. 

Choice B. Pupillary dilation is not correct because opioid toxicity causes miosis or  pinpoint pupils due to the stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system . 

Choice C. Chest pain is not correct because opioid toxicity does not cause chest  pain. Chest pain can be a sign of cardiac ischemia, pulmonary embolism, or other  serious conditions. 




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