Morphine Drug Card Flashcards
1
Q
Generic name
A
Morphine
2
Q
Class
A
Narcotic
3
Q
Action
A
- Central nervous system depressant
- Causes peripheral vasodilation
- Decreases sensitivity to pain
4
Q
Indications
A
Severe pain
5
Q
contraindications
A
Head injury
Volume depletion
Undiagnosed abdominal pain
History of hypersensitivity to the medication
6
Q
Precautions
A
Respiratory depression (naloxone should be available)
Hypotension
Nausea
7
Q
Side Effects
A
dizziness
Altered level of consciousness
8
Q
Adult dosage
A
Intravenous: 2 - 5 mg followed by 2 mg every few minutes until the pain is relieved or until respiratory depression ensues.
Intramuscular: 5 - 15 mg based on patient’s weight
9
Q
Adult Route
A
IV, IM, IO
