The Nurse Is Aware That Meperidine (Demerol)would Not Be the Recommended

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is aware that meperidine (Demerol) would not be the recommended drug in the management of cancer pain because of which property?

• A) It is more interactive with kappa receptors.
• B) Its duration of action is shorter than that of morphine.
• C) It produces mood alterations and euphoria.
• D) It is not used in the management of any type of pain.

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