morphine sulfate

Question 1

Classes for morphine sulfate

Answer 1

Narcotic analgesic

Narcotic agonist

Question 2

MOA for morphine sulfate

Answer 2

Alleviates pain by depressing the CNS
Depresses brainstem respiratory centers
Decreases venous return to the heart
Decreases preload and after load

Question 3

Indications for morphine sulfate

Answer 3

Pain management
Chest pain or signs and symptoms suggestive of acute coronary syndrome
Acute cariogenic pulmonary edema

Question 4

Contraindications for morphine sulfate

Answer 4

Known hypersensitivity
Head injury
Decreased LOC
Hypotension

Question 5

Adverse reactions to morphine sulfate

Answer 5

CNS depression
Respiratory depression
Respiratory arrest
Hypotension
Bradycardia / tachycardia
Dysrhythmias
Syncope
Dyspnea
Nausea / vomiting

Question 6

Routes of administration for morphine sulfate

Answer 6

IV
IO
IM

Question 7

Adult dosages for morphine sulfate

Answer 7

1-4 mg increments over 1-5 minutes

Question 8

Pediatric dosages for morphine sulfate

Answer 8

0.1 - 0.2 mg/kg

Question 9

Special considerations for morphine sulfate

Answer 9

Respiratory arrest/depression can be reversed by naloxone

The drug can cross the placental barrier

Question 10

Standard supplies for morphine sulfate

Answer 10

Vial

Ampule

Question 11

Onset/Peak/Duration for morphine sulfate (IV/IO)

Answer 11

O: Immediate
P: 20 minutes
D: 2-4 hours

Question 12

Onset/Peak/Duration for morphine sulfate (IM)

Answer 12

O: 10-30 minutes
P: 20-60 minutes
D: 4-5 hours