When utilizing morphine for pain management, the paramedic should:
a. Be prepared to administer naloxone
b. Never exceed 10 mg
c. Only administer intramuscularly in the field
d. Utilize Romazicon as an antagonist for respiratory depression should it occur
a
Rationale: a. Correct. Naloxone is a narcotic antagonist that can reverse the effects of respiratory depression.
b. 2–10 mg is a standard dose range, but the paramedic can continue to administer in 2 mg increments titrated to pain or respiratory rate.
c. Morphine may be administered IM, however, IV administration is preferred if rapid relief of pain is desired.
d. Romazicon is utilized for benzodiazepine reversal.
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