A client who had abdominal surgery 4 hours ago is receiving a continuous epidural infusion of an analgesic. Which of the following observations indicates the nurse should monitor the client closely?
1. Drowsy; drifts off to sleep before completing a sentence
2. Respirations = 18/min
3. Drowsy; easily aroused
4. Pain rating 1–2/10
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