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Nurse assessing pt who is receiving morphine via PCA pump following cesarean birth. Which finding should nurse report?

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The nurse should report any findings of respiratory depression.

Step-by-step explanation:

When assessing a patient receiving morphine via a PCA pump following a cesarean birth, the nurse should be alert for any findings that indicate potential complications or adverse reactions. One finding that should be reported is respiratory depression.

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