A patient with altered mental status and suspected overdose: what should the nurse give empirically while evaluation continues?
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Correct answer: Empiric dextrose for hypoglycemia, thiamine, and naloxone if opioids are suspected
In undifferentiated altered mental status, prompt empiric correction of hypoglycemia (dextrose), thiamine, and naloxone (if opioid toxicity is suspected) is recommended while evaluation continues.
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