Mamandrea6

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1. Morphine and End Of Life

   Mamandrea6 replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric

   Ethically and professionally you MUST look for respiratory depression and act accordingly. Your answer is well written, but incorrect. Hospice policies reflect exactly what this paper explains: Research review from Can Fam Physician. 2010 Jun; 56(6):...

2. Morphine and End Of Life

   Mamandrea6 replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric

   By saying she was judging is implying that she made a subjective decision. She objectively did not see signs of distress and saw decreased resps. We have policies in place in hospice that speak to this- to monitor closely for resp. depression. Your o...