1. A nurse is assessing a client who is withdrawing from heroin. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? a. Hyperthermia b. Slurred speech c. Hypotension d. Bradycardia
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a. Hyperthermia is not a common manifestation of heroin withdrawal. b. Slurred speech can occur in some cases, but it is not a defining characteristic of heroin withdrawal. c. Hypotension (low blood pressure) is a possible manifestation of heroin withdrawal Show more…
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