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Is Morphine Suggested For Hypertension?
should someone with pulmonary hypertention be given morphine?
I am taking an online class for paramedic. 12 Lead ECG shows rSrS complex in leads II and aVF. 83 year old female pulse 102, resp 20, bp 210/120 I suspect ASD with pulmonary hypertention. Because I have Google :-)
I am taking an online class for paramedic. 12 Lead ECG shows rSrS complex in leads II and aVF. 83 year old female pulse 102, resp 20, bp 210/120 I suspect ASD with pulmonary hypertention. Because I have Google :-)
Tue, 12 Jul 2016
Hello.
It really depends on the pulmonary function testing--spirometry--and the O2 saturation. For example, if there's COPD involved, the morphine can depress respirations and that could lead to problems.
Under a doctor's care and observation, it probably wouldn't be a problem if the morphine is indicated
It really depends on the pulmonary function testing--spirometry--and the O2 saturation. For example, if there's COPD involved, the morphine can depress respirations and that could lead to problems.
Under a doctor's care and observation, it probably wouldn't be a problem if the morphine is indicated
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