The nurse administers intravenous morphine sulfate to a patient for pain control.She will need to monitor her patient for which of the following adverse effects?

A) Decreased heart rate
B) Muscle weakness
C) Decreased urine output
D) Respiratory depression

Morphine Sulfate

An opioid medication used for the relief of moderate to severe pain by acting directly on the central nervous system.

Respiratory Depression

A decrease in the rate and depth of breathing, leading to inadequate ventilation and oxygenation of the blood.