morphine Flashcards
1
Q
class
A
opioid analgesic
2
Q
mechanism of action
A
acts as agonist to the mu-opioid receptor
CNS depressant and decreases sensitivity to pain.
shown to decrease preload and afterload oxygen demand to heart
3
Q
dose
A
adult: 0.1 mg/kg - range of single dose: 4-10 mg IV/IO
peds: 0.1 mg/kg IV/IO
4
Q
special consideration
A
have narcan available
cardiac and ETCO2 monitoring
5
Q
indications
A
pain control
ACS
MI
6
Q
contraindications
A
bradycardia
hypotension
hypersensitivity
allergic
7
Q
adverse reactions
A
bradycardia
hypotension
near syncope
respiratory depression
dizziness
drowsiness
