Question

questions 12 - 16 are derived from the following scenario: you are called to a home of a 34 - year - old male who is unresponsive. when you arrive, you find the patient supine and unconscious on the living room floor, with snoring respirations. 12. which of the following medications might be useful in this situation? a. nitroglycerin b. albuterol c. naloxone d. aspirin

Explanation:

Naloxone is used to reverse opioid - related respiratory depression and unconsciousness. Nitroglycerin is for chest pain related to heart issues, albuterol for asthma - like airway problems, and aspirin for pain relief and to prevent blood clots. Given the patient's unresponsiveness and snoring respirations which may be due to opioid overdose, naloxone is the most appropriate.

Answer:

C. Naloxone