Adverse reactions to narcotic analgesics include all of the following except:
A) respiratory depression
B) circulatory depression
C) tachycardia
D) sedation

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Narcotic analgesics, such as opioids, are known to cause respiratory depression, circulatory depression, and sedation as side effects. Tachycardia, or an increased heart rate, is not typically a side effect of narcotic analgesics; instead, these drugs are more likely to cause bradycardia, or a decreased heart rate.

Adverse Reactions to Narcotic Analgesics Include All of the Following