Basic Life Support (BLS) Practice Exam

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What should be assessed after administering naloxone?

Breathing and a pulse
Heart rate and blood pressure
Skin color and temperature
Responsiveness only

The correct answer is: Breathing and a pulse

After administering naloxone, it is crucial to assess both breathing and a pulse because naloxone is an opioid antagonist used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose, which can lead to respiratory depression and cardiac issues. The primary aim of administering naloxone is to restore normal breathing and support oxygenation. If the patient is not breathing adequately or lacks a pulse, emergency medical services must be activated immediately, and further resuscitative measures may be necessary. Breathing and pulse are vital signs that indicate the patient's immediate physiological status. If breathing is not restored or if there is no pulse, further interventions, such as CPR and oxygen support, may be required. Therefore, monitoring these parameters is essential to ensure the patient's safety and to determine the effectiveness of naloxone administration.