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Mr.Thesaxman

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse is assessing a postoperative client who received morphine sulfate for severe pain 1 hour ago. What common side effects are associated with this medication?
 
  a. Constipation and pruritus
  b. Diarrhea and lethargy
  c. Tachycardia and hypertension
  d. Coughing and wheezing

Question 2

A client is prescribed morphine sulfate for management of severe pain. The client tells the nurse that he takes several herbal preparations. Which herbal preparation will be of most concern to the nurse?
 
  a. Garlic
  b. Ginger
  c. St. John's wort
  d. Saw palmetto


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Ksh22

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Constipation and pruritus are known to occur with morphine use and should be assessed in patients.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Opioids such as morphine sulfate may increase sedation when taken with St. John's wort.


Mr.Thesaxman

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

jordangronback

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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