The nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the hospital for treatment of an abscess on the left thigh and the client tells the nurse that they use fentanyl illegally. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse anticipate assessing?
A)Nausea and diarrhea
B)Tremors and seizures
C)Lethargy and disorientation
D)Delusions and hallucinations

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Symptoms of opioid withdrawal include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, similar to a bout of the stomach flu. The other symptoms are seen during withdrawal from other substances such as alcohol, sedative-hypnotics, or stimulants.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Admitted