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Mixed Agonists/Antagonists ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is receiving buprenorphine (Buprenex) for pain management.
The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of this medication?
Respiratory depression is not the only adverse effect of buprenorphine.
Constipation is not the only adverse effect of buprenorphine.
Dysphoria is not the only adverse effect of buprenorphine.
Buprenorphine is an opioid medication that can cause respiratory depression, constipation, and dysphoria as adverse effects. Respiratory depression is a serious condition that can lead to coma and death if not treated promptly. Constipation is a common side effect of opioids that can cause discomfort and bowel obstruction. Dysphoria is a state of unease or dissatisfaction that can affect the mood and mental health of the patient.
Buprenorphine is an opioid medication that can cause respiratory depression, constipation, and dysphoria as adverse effects. Respiratory depression is a serious condition that can lead to coma and death if not treated promptly. Constipation is a common side effect of opioids that can cause discomfort and bowel obstruction. Dysphoria is a state of unease or dissatisfaction that can affect the mood and mental health of the patient.
Choice A is wrong because respiratory depression is not the only adverse effect of buprenorphine.
Choice B is wrong because constipation is not the only adverse effect of buprenorphine.
Choice C is wrong because dysphoria is not the only adverse effect of buprenorphine.