After nalbuphine hydrochloride (Nubain) is administered, labor progresses rapidly, and the baby is born less than 1 hour later. The baby shows signs of respiratory depression. Which medication should the nurse be prepared to administer to the newborn?

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Naloxone (Narcan) is a narcotic antagonist that can reverse the respiratory depression caused by nalbuphine hydrochloride. Fentanyl, butorphanol tartrate and pentobarbital are not indicated for reversing respiratory depression in newborns.

After Nalbuphine Hydrochloride (Nubain) Is Administered, Labor Progresses Rapidly, and the Baby