A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is receiving opioid analgesics. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A. Oral temperature 37.4°C (99.3°F): This is a low-grade fever and is generally not concerning unless it increases or persists. It could be related to the body’s response to surgery but does not require immediate reporting to the provider. B. BP 130/84 mm Hg: This is a normal blood pressure for most adults and does not indicate an issue. There is no immediate concern for the nurse to report this to the provider. C. Heart rate 88/min: A heart rate of 88 beats per minute is within normal range for an adult and does not require reporting to the provider. D. Respiratory rate 10/min: A respiratory rate of 10/min is significantly below the normal range for an adult (12-20 breaths per minute) and could indicate respiratory depression, a common side effect of opioid analgesics. This is a serious finding and should be reported to the provider immediately for further evaluation and intervention.