A nurse is taking care of a patient in the ICU who has been on opioids for an extended period of time. The nurse understands that the child has to slowly wean from the medication over a period of time. While weaning, the nurse will observe the child for symptoms of too rapid withdrawal, including:

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Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, vomiting, and abdominal cramps are common symptoms of too rapid withdrawal from opioids. Bradycardia and pallor are not typically associated with opioid withdrawal, while decreased blood pressure and drowsiness can be signs of too much opioid medication still in the system. Voracious appetite and hypotonicity are not typical symptoms of withdrawal.

A Nurse Is Taking Care of a Patient in the ICU