A Preschool-Age Client Is Hospitalized Following Surgery for a Ruptured

A preschool-age client is hospitalized following surgery for a ruptured appendix. During assessment of the child, the nurse notes that the child is sleeping. Vital signs are as follows: temperature 97.8 degrees F axillary, pulse 90, respirations 12, and blood pressure 100/60. Which conclusion by the nurse is appropriate based on the assessment findings?

A) The client is comfortable and the pain is controlled.
B) The client is in shock secondary to blood loss during surgery.
C) The client is experiencing respiratory depression secondary to opioid administration for postoperative pain.
D) The client is sleeping to avoid pain associated with surgery.