The client had been abusing cocaine for several years. Recently, the client snorted cocaine that was much purer than was thought, resulting in an overdose and death. What does the nurse recognize as the most likely cause of death?

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When a person overdoses on cocaine, their breathing can become significantly depressed, leading to respiratory arrest and subsequent death. Purer forms of cocaine can also lead to more severe effects, increasing the risk of respiratory arrest.

The Client Had Been Abusing Cocaine for Several Years