5th January 2024

A 92-year-old man is currently on morphine for pain management. He has taken two more doses than usual

A 92-year-old man is currently on morphine for pain management. He has taken two more doses than usual of his PRN morphine in the past 24 hours. His family have noticed that he has been more drowsy than usual and that his legs have been jerking. His respiratory rate is 12, his heart rate is 72 bpm and regular, and his oxygen saturation is 98% on air. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.