Palliative Flashcards
How do you convert oral morphine to subcutaneous morphine?
Divide by 2.
When should you not switch to subcutaneous morphine?
If the patient can still swallow.
How do you convert codeine to morphine?
Divide by 10.
What is the breakthrough dose in relation to the daily dose?
It is 1/6th of the daily dose.
What factors contribute to pressure sores?
Malnutrition, incontinence, immobility, and pain.
What is the conversion from codeine to morphine?
Codeine dose divided by 10.
What is used for anxiolysis in palliative care?
Subcutaneous midazolam.
What can be used for hiccups in palliative care?
Chlorpromazine or haloperidol.
What can bisphosphonates be used for?
Metastatic bone pain.
What medications can be used in palliative care for renal failure?
Buprenorphine or fentanyl.
What is used for palliative agitation?
Subcutaneous midazolam.
How do you convert oral morphine to subcutaneous diamorphine?
Divide by 3.
How do you convert oral oxycodone to subcutaneous diamorphine?
Divide by 1.5.
How do you convert oral morphine to oral oxycodone?
Divide by 1.5-2.
How do you convert oral weak opioids to oral morphine?
Divide by 10.
