Morphine (Duramorph) is ordered for a patient's severe incisional pain. How much time does it take for you to administer this medication IV?
1. Over 1 to 2 minutes
2. Over 8 to 10 minutes
3. Over 2 to 4 minutes
4. Over 4 to 5 minutes
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Morphine (Duramorph) when given IV should be given over 4 to 5 minutes.
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a. Before she became pregnant b. During the first trimester c. During the second trimester d. During the third trimester
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1. Begin chest compressions. 2. Deep-suction the airways. 3. Begin bag-and-mask ventilation. 4. Obtain a blood pressure reading.
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