Question

a nurse is caring for a client who has a left hip fracture and is prescribed a morphine iv bolus as needed for pain. the nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
diarrhea
tachypnea
sedation
polyuria

Explanation:

Morphine is an opioid. Common adverse - effects include sedation, respiratory depression, constipation, nausea, and vomiting. Diarrhea is not typical as opioids usually cause constipation. Tachypnea is not a common effect; opioids often cause respiratory depression (bradypnea). Polyuria is not associated with morphine use. Sedation is a well - known adverse effect due to the depressant effects of morphine on the central nervous system.

Answer:

C. Sedation