A patient took a large quantity of phenylcyclohexyl piperidine. Priority nursing and medical measures include which of the following? Select all that apply.

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Care of patients who have taken phenylcyclohexyl piperidine (PCP) is similar to the care of those who have used other stimulants. Tachycardia and chest pain are common when a patient has used PCP. These problems are life-threatening and take priority. Patients who have used these substances commonly have bizarre behaviour or paranoia (or both); therefore, safety is a priority concern. Nutrition is not a priority in an overdose situation. Vitamin replacements and naloxone apply to other drugs of abuse.

A Patient Took a Large Quantity of Phenylcyclohexyl Piperidine