A 54-year-old female is transported to the emergency department via ambulance. Upon arrival the emergency medical team states the patient was initially displaying bradypnea and responsive to only physical stimuli, with response coming in the form of moans. While being transferred, the patient stopped breathing. The patient was bagged and Narcan was administered. Respirations are currently 12 breaths/min; responds by opening eyes when name is called. The emergency department nurse is assessing the newly arrived patient. Which 4 findings require immediate follow-up by the nurse? Select all that apply. Patient is a 54-year-old female Patient experienced bradypnea Patient experienced a period of apnea Narcan was administered to revive patient Respirations are currently 12 breaths/min Patient responds to physical stimuli with moans At present patient responds to some verbal stimulation Ambulance transport of patient to emergency department was necessary
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