The physician orders an adult dose of morphine for a 14-year-old who weighs 55 kilograms
The nurse administering opioid pain medication to children is aware then checking the physician's orders that it is safe to give an adult dose to children who weigh more than how many kilograms? a. 35 c. 45
b. 40 d. 50
D
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A Incorrect: Children under 50 kilograms may not receive adult doses of morphine, and the nurse will question the order.
B Incorrect: Children under 50 kilograms may not receive adult doses of morphine, and the nurse will question the order.
C Incorrect: Children under 50 kilograms may not receive adult doses of morphine, and the nurse will question the order.
D Correct: Larger children (greater than 50 kilograms) may receive adult doses.
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