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    ATI NUR 180 Pharmacology Proctored Exam

    A client in the intensive care unit has a presentation of pinpoint pupils, respiratory depression, and coma after overdosing on morphine sulfate (Astramorph). Which of the following is the appropriate complication based on the client's presentation?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleOpioid toxicity triad includes symptoms of pinpoint pupils, respiratory depression, and coma. These symptoms are indicative of a morphine sulfate overdose.Choice B rationaleOrthostatic hypotension is a form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down. It is not related to opioid toxicity.Choice C rationaleHypertension is high blood pressure. It is not related to opioid toxicity.Choice D rationaleAbstinence syndrome is a group of symptoms that occur upon the abrupt discontinuation or decrease in intake of medications or recreational drugs. It is not the appropriate complication for the client's presentation. .

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