opioid analgesics Flashcards
1
Q
name
A
-hydromorphone
-codeine
-oxycodone
-fentanyl
- morphine sulfate
2
Q
action
A
CNS depressant
3
Q
uses
A
- anxiety and sedate post op
-anxiety in those with dyspnea
-relieve pain (MI)
-manage opioid dependence
-treat diarrhea and intestinal cramping
4
Q
side effects
A
-GI function (constipation)
- lower HR, RR, and BP
-lower CNS function (sedation, insomnia, weakness, dizziness)
-pruritus (itching)
-nausea
-burning sensation
5
Q
nursing considerations
A
- preventative measures for constipation
-take PO opioids with food
-monitor VS
-preventative measures for falls
-do not drink ETOH
stop if RR <12 or unarousable