Prior to administering morphine to a 10-year-old child, the nurse reviews the adverse effects of the drug. Which system is primarily affected by the drug causing most of the adverse effects?
A) Central nervous system
B) Peripheral nervous system
C) Digestive system
D) Musculoskeletal system
A
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Opioid agonists, such as morphine, are associated with numerous adverse effects, resulting primarily from their depressant action on the central nervous system.
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a. making food modifications culturally appropriate. b. recognizing that cultural family roles may be rigidly defined. c. reflecting on research data describing culturally motivated responses. d. understanding that some cultures reject female authority.
The nurse is reviewing antimalarial drug therapy with a patient and instructs the patient to watch for and report which potential adverse reactions?
a. Drowsiness b. Insomnia c. Visual disturbances d. Constipation
One of the most effective techniques for engaging nurses in the transition to an EBP model of providing health care is
a. the journal club. b. attending national conferences. c. observing presentations. d. viewing posters.
The nurse has completed foot care for a client as part of routine morning care. What should the nurse document about the procedure?
1. The condition of the skin and nails 2. Nothing unless a problem is noted 3. The amount of time taken on foot care 4. The client's comments about the foot care