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MCQOpioid Safety · medium

Before administering IV morphine for postoperative pain, which assessment is the highest priority?

A.Respiratory rate and sedation level
B.Pain score on a 0–10 scale
C.Time since last bowel movement
D.Patient preference for route of administration

Correct. Respiratory rate and sedation level are assessed first — opioids depress the CNS and respiratory drive before pain changes.