Morphine Flashcards
1
Q
What is the drug classification of Morphine?
A
Narcotic Analgesic
2
Q
What is the action of Morphine on the body?
A
Potent analgesic that alters the perception of pain - it acts on the CNS by binding with opioid receptors in the brain
3
Q
What schedule is Morphine classified under?
A
Schedule 8 (Controlled Drugs)
4
Q
What are the side effects of Morphine? (7)
A
- Altered level of consciousness
- Respiratory depression
- Hypotension
- Nausea and vomiting
- Miosis
- Bradycardia
- Drowsiness
5
Q
What are the indications for administering Morphine? (1)
A
Significant pain
6
Q
What are the contraindications for administering Morphine? (4)
A
- Known severe allergic reaction
- Renal failure
- Patients < 1 year old
- Pregnant women > 20 weeks gestation in labour
7
Q
What are the precautions to consider when considering administering Morphine? (7)
A
- Elderly patients
- Hypotension
- Known narcotic addiction
- Respiratory tract burns
- Chest pain of a cardiac nature
- Respiratory depression / failure
- Concurrent MAOI therapy
8
Q
What is the onset time of Morphine administered via IV?
A
2 - 5 minutes
9
Q
What is the onset time of Morphine administered via IM?
A
5 - 10 minutes
10
Q
What is the half life of Morphine?
A
1 - 2 hours
