The home care nurse administers oral morphine to the patient with cancer pain. When will the nurse expect this medication to reach peak activity?
A) 10 minutes
B) 30 minutes
C) 45 minutes
D) 60 minutes
D
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With oral administration, peak activity occurs in about 60 minutes. The duration of action is 5 to 7 hours.
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