Asked by Keaton Cheropita on May 22, 2024

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A patient reports a pain level of 7 out of 10 and receives 10 mg of morphine IV.The nurse knows that IV morphine has an onset of 1 to 2 minutes,a peak of 20 minutes,and a duration of 4 to 5 hours.The patient asks when he will start to feel some pain relief.The nurse should respond that relief should begin in _____________.

Morphine IV

An intravenous administration of morphine, a potent opioid analgesic used for severe pain management.

Onset

The beginning or start, especially regarding the initial manifestation of the symptoms of a disease or condition.

Duration

The amount of time that something lasts or continues.

  • Comprehend the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs, encompassing the beginning, maximum effect, and action period.
  • Comprehend the application, impact, and administration of pain-relieving drugs in a clinical setting.
  • Appreciate the significance of patient education in medication administration.
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Breann GallegosMay 24, 2024
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1 to 2 minutes
The period of time it takes after a medication is administered for it to produce a therapeutic effect is known as the onset of medication action.