The nurse is preparing to administer postpartum neuraxial morphine to a client who is morbidly obese. For which side effect related to morbid obesity should the nurse monitor?

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Morbid obesity increases the risk of respiratory depression when administering neuraxial morphine due to decreased respiratory reserve and potential for sedation, which can further compromise respiratory function.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Postpartum Neuraxial Morphine to a Client