A nurse is assessing a school-age child who is receiving morphine. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?

The correct answer is Choice A.Choice A rationaleBradypnea, or slow breathing, is a common and serious side effect of morphine, especially in children. It requires immediate attention.Choice B rationaleMorphine does not typically affect wound healing. This is more associated with corticosteroids.Choice C rationaleMorphine can cause hypotension, not hypertension.Choice D rationaleStevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare but severe reaction to medications, including some antibiotics and anticonvulsants, but not commonly associated with morphine.