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A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative.

Medication Administration Record

0830:

Morphine 10 mg subcutaneous every 3 hr PRN pain

What documentation in the client's medical record requires further action by the nurse.

A.

Temperature 37.5° C (99.5° F)

B.

Client is difficult to arouse.

C.

Respiratory rate 10/min

D.

Pulse oximetry 88% on room air (95% to 100%)

E.

Pupils are 3 mm, equal, and reactive to light. Blood pressure 99/46 mm Hg

F.

Heart rate 61/min

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,D

A.    A temperature of 37.5° C (99.5° F) is slightly elevated but can be expected postoperatively and does not typically require immediate intervention.
B.    The client being difficult to arouse is concerning following opioid administration, as it may indicate over-sedation or the onset of respiratory depression. This requires immediate nursing action.
C.    A respiratory rate of 10/min is low and can be a sign of opioid-induced respiratory depression, especially when combined with difficulty arousing the client. This is a critical value that
necessitates prompt nursing assessment and intervention.

D.    Pulse oximetry of 88% on room air is below the normal range and indicates hypoxemia. This is a serious finding that requires immediate action to improve the client's oxygenation.
 
E.    Pupils that are 3 mm, equal, and reactive to light, along with a blood pressure of 99/46 mm Hg, while on the lower side, are not as immediately concerning as the respiratory rate and level of consciousness.
F.    A heart rate of 61/min is within normal limits and does not typically require intervention unless there are other signs of hemodynamic instability.
 


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