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ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is newly prescribed with morphine sulfate (Astramorph) for moderate pain. The client is not sure about the possible complications of this medication. Complete the sentence with the appropriate responses. The nurse understands that complications of morphine sulfate (Astramorph) include
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: The correct answers are B (Respiratory depression) and D (Bradycardia) for the complications of morphine sulfate. Morphine is known to depress the respiratory system, leading to decreased breathing rate and depth. Bradycardia, or slowing of the heart rate, is also a common side effect of morphine due to its effect on the central nervous system. Agitation (choice
A) is not a common complication but rather an opposite effect. Dilated pupils (choice
C) are more associated with opioid withdrawal rather than morphine use. Diarrhea (choice E) is a less common side effect compared to constipation with morphine use.
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