The nurse understands that clients receiving intravenous infusions of morphine sulfate:
a. may require periodic dosing with diphenhydramine for itching.
b. are at high risk for developing tolerance to the drug.
c. should be placed on mandatory bedrest.
d. may experience severe diarrhea.
ANS: A
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A Correct: A common adverse effect of IV morphine is itching, which is effectively treated with diphenhydramine.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This is done only if the client's medical or surgical condition requires this.
D Incorrect: The most common adverse effect of morphine sulfate is constipation.
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