Dilaudid for EOL symptom mgmt

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I know that morphine and ativan are the gold standard for end of life symptoms. I also know the morphine works well because of the dual effect on pain and in easing respiratory distress/air hunger. My question is, does Dilaudid work in the same way for both pain and breathing? If not, what else could you use in addition to Dilaudid?

Thanks!:nurse:

mc3

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dilaudid is absolutely fine for dyspnea, and obviously for pain.

it is approx 5x as potent as morphine.

again, can't go wrong.

leslie

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dilaudid is absolutely fine for dyspnea, and obviously for pain.

it is approx 5x as potent as morphine.

again, can't go wrong.

leslie

Leslie,

Thanks! I knew I could count on you!

mc3:nurse:

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