The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a heroin overdose. The client's arterial blood gas (ABG) results ar
Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2022 7:24 pm
The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a heroin overdose. The client's arterial blood gas (ABG) results are pH, 7.20; PaO2,82 mm Hg; PaCO2,60 mm Hg; HCO3, 22 mEq/L (22 mmol/L). Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? 01. Assess the client's pupil size. 02.Obtain an electrocardiogram (ECG). 03 Administer prescribed oxygen therapy. 04. Administer prescribed naloxone. 6:26 PM