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Medical Therapeutic - Pharmacology
Classification:
NARCOTIC
CODEINE
ACTION:
Relieve
mild pain. Suppress or inhibit coughing.
Less habi forming than Morphine
Route
and Dosage:
P.O. gr 1/4; SC gr ii
SIDE
EFFECTS:
Slight depression of respirations, constipation, nausea, and vomiting
NURSING
IMPLICATIONS:
Check respirations before giving. Raise
side rail after giving.
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