A patient has a history of opioid abuse and is hospitalized after a fall down a flight of stairs. After a visit by a friend, the nurse finds the patient unresponsive with pinpoint pupils. Which of these ordered medications will the nurse administer?

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The patient's assessment indicates an opiate overdose, and Narcan should be given to prevent respiratory arrest. The other medications may be used to decrease symptoms associated with opioid withdrawal but would not be appropriate for an overdose.

A Patient Has a History of Opioid Abuse and Is