Drug of choice for pain control in MI
Morphine
MOA of morphine in pain control in MI
Morphine binds to opiate receptors in the brain, which decreases the perception of pain. It also has a calming effect on a person, decreasing their emotional response to pain.; Vasodilator
Caution should be used when administering morphine to patients with right-sided heart failure or patients with inferior MI because of what side effect
Hypotension
How to calculate for K deficit
(3.5 - K) x 0.4 x weight in kg
10 mEq KCl will raise serum K by
~.1 mEq/L
Electrolyte imbalance that may cause ileus
Hypokalemia