January 31, 2013

Nursing Tip of the Day! - Critical Care Nursing

Category: Critical Care Nursing 
The effects of morphine (a potent opioid analgesic) on the gastrointestinal (GI) tract include reduction of lower esophageal sphincter and propulsive peristaltic activity of the intestine, which in turn leads to constipation. 

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