Question

Opioids should not be given if a client's respiratory rate is less than ___________, or if _______________ develops.

A. 8 breaths per minute; hypoxia
B. 10 breaths per minute; hypotension
C. 12 breaths per minute; hyperthermia
D. 14 breaths per minute; hypertension

Answer 1

Opioids should not be given if a client's respiratory rate is less than 12 breaths per minute, or if hypoxia develops.

Step-by-step explanation:

Opioids should not be given if a client's respiratory rate is less than 12 breaths per minute, or if hypoxia develops.