Identify one indicator for a narcotics antagonist to be prescribed.
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationaleTreatment of narcotic dependence involves using a narcotics antagonist to block the effects of narcotics. This helps prevent relapse in patients recovering from narcotic addiction by decreasing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.Choice B rationaleTreatment of alcohol dependence does not typically involve narcotics antagonists. Instead, medications like disulfiram or naltrexone are used to manage alcohol dependence.Choice C rationaleReversal of tachycardia is not an indication for a narcotics antagonist. Tachycardia is usually managed with medications like beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers.Choice D rationaleReversal of bronchoconstriction is not an indicator for narcotics antagonists. Bronchoconstriction is usually treated with bronchodilators such as albuterol or ipratropium.