20 Questions
What makes opioid analgesics for moderate pain more potent than nonopioids alone?
They contain a combination of nonopioid and opioid drugs.
Which of the following is NOT true about opioids?
They are typically prescribed for long-term use.
Why are many opioids classified as controlled substances?
To reduce the risk of addiction and misuse.
Which of the following is an example of an opioid analgesic for severe pain?
Methadone
What is a common risk associated with the use of opioid analgesics?
Risk of addiction
How should the use of opioids for chronic pain be managed according to the text?
Carefully monitoring their use.
Which opioids are classified as 'scheduled' controlled substances due to misuse potential?
Oxycodone and methadone
What is the primary reason behind opioids being classified as controlled substances?
Due to their potential abuse and dependence
Which statement about opioid analgesics is accurate?
They should only be used for short-term acute pain
What distinguishes opioid analgesics for moderate pain from nonopioids alone?
The presence of both nonopioid and opioid components
What is a distinguishing feature of Pentazocine compared to traditional opioids like morphine or codeine?
Acts on alpha-2 adrenergic receptors
What contributes to the increased risk of opioid overdoses?
Combining opioids with benzodiazepines
Which side effect is commonly associated with the long-term use of opioids?
Constipation
Which medication can assist in preventing withdrawal symptoms and reducing relapse risk in opioid dependence management?
Methadone
What is an essential component in the multidisciplinary approach to managing opioid dependence?
Behavioral therapy
What is the primary difference between hydrocodone and codeine?
Hydrocodone has a half-life of 3-4 hours, while codeine has a half-life of 2-4 hours.
Why is hydrocodone often combined with acetaminophen?
To enhance pain relief
Which enzyme is responsible for converting codeine to morphine in the body?
Cytochrome P450
What is the reason for pentazocine being less commonly prescribed compared to hydrocodone and codeine?
It is classified as a Schedule III controlled substance
What sets tramadol apart from hydrocodone, codeine, and pentazocine in terms of its pharmacological properties?
Tramadol is a Schedule IV controlled substance
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