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Debora [2.8K]
1 year ago
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The nurse is caring for a client who has been taking hydrocodone for the last 3 months. For which side and adverse effects of th

is medication should the nurse assess the client
Medicine
1 answer:
givi [52]1 year ago
7 0

Hydrocodone can causes serious unwanted effects or fatal overdose and client should monitor for relief, constipation, respiratory depression and other adverse effects. Hydrocodone is acts slowly , but usually begins working within 30 to 60 minutes of ingestion.

Hydrocodone works by binding to pain receptors which is known specifically as mu opioid receptors , in the brain. It is binds to these receptors , pain signals are weakened or blocked entirely.

Using of large amounts of hydrocodone for long term effects an individual's breathing rate , which can be reduced how much oxygen their body takes in, and that can cause damage the various organ system including brain.There are some side effect of hydrocodone such as dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain, etc.

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