A patient has been admitted to the emergency department after a suspected overdose of benzodiazepines mixed with alcohol. The patient is lethargic and cannot speak. The nurse expects which immediate measures to be implemented? (Select all that apply.) a )Prepare to administer naloxone (Narcan).b )Prepare to administer flumazenil.c )Monitor the patient for convulsions.d )Prepare for potential respiratory arrest.e )Apply restraints.

A patient has been admitted to the emergency department after a suspected overdose of benzodiazepines mixed with alcohol. The patient is lethargic and cannot speak. The nurse expects which immediate measures to be implemented? (Select all that apply.) a )Prepare to administer naloxone (Narcan).b )Prepare to administer flumazenil.c )Monitor the patient for convulsions.d )Prepare for potential respiratory arrest.e )Apply restraints.

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

7th Edition

ISBN:9781305441620

Author:WOODROW

Publisher:WOODROW

Chapter7: Responsibilities And Principles Of Drug Administration

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