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A client is brought to the hospitals emergency room by a friend, who states, "I guess he had some bad junk (heroin) today." In assessing the client, the nurse would likely find which of the following symptoms-

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* A. Increased heart rate, dilated pupils, and fever
* B. Tremulousness, impaired coordination, increased blood pressure, and ruddy complexion
* C. Decreased respirations, constricted pupils, and pallor
* D. Eye irritation, tinnitus, and irritation of nasal and oral mucosa

C. Decreased respirations, constricted pupils, and pallor

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