Mama question...12 mg Morphine for 4 yotj

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Hi all!

I have a quick question. I work ICU- adults.

I took my daughter to the dentist today and she has cavities.

They said she should be sedated.

12 mg Morphine, oral; and 8 mg Atarax oral.

She is 4 and 38#.

Seems like an awful lot- especially outside of a medical setting.

Can someone tell me the normal? Is there a normal?

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Specializes in Maternal - Child Health.

I'm sorry, but we can't answer this question. Please direct your concerns to the dentist or your child's pediatrician or pharmacist.

Thanks!

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I had an interview with a dentist office that I declined. They had RNs in the office to handle sedation and recovery. I've never even given 12 of morphine to an adult though :/ I think that's a lot for a kid!!

Posting from my phone, ease forgive my fat thumbs! :)

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Specializes in Pedi.

This question is considered seeking medical advice and is against TOS. We cannot answer your question.

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I got 8.6mg of morphine and 10.2 of the atarax just looking up dosage calculations

Posting from my phone, ease forgive my fat thumbs! :)

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Sorry guys :/ thought she was just asking opinions. Someone delete my posts please

Posting from my phone, ease forgive my fat thumbs! :)

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Oh sorry.

Didn't realize personal experience was medical advice.

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