Opioids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the prototype
A
Morphine
2
Q
How do opioids works
A
They are opioid agonists. They stimulate the natural opioid receptors in the body
3
Q
Other opioids
A
Codeine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, hydromorphone
4
Q
Routes
A
IM, IV, Oral
5
Q
Where is it metabolized
A
Liver
6
Q
Where is it excreted
A
Kidneys
7
Q
Side effects
A
Respiratory depression, neurological depression, constipation
8
Q
Things that increase the effects of opioids
A
MAIOs and CNS depressants (antihistamines, alcohol, antidepressants)
9
Q
Nursing considerations
A
Check respiratory rate
constipation
