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Which type of pain is characterized by a dull, throbbing, aching sensation?
Which type of pain is characterized by a dull, throbbing, aching sensation?
What factor can increase or decrease the perception of pain according to the text?
What factor can increase or decrease the perception of pain according to the text?
Which type of pain is characterized by burning, shooting, or numbing sensations?
Which type of pain is characterized by burning, shooting, or numbing sensations?
Which type of pain persists for weeks, months, or years and may interfere with daily activities?
Which type of pain persists for weeks, months, or years and may interfere with daily activities?
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What type of substance is an opioid analgesic?
What type of substance is an opioid analgesic?
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What does an opioid analgesic aim to reduce?
What does an opioid analgesic aim to reduce?
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What is the primary mechanism of action of opioids?
What is the primary mechanism of action of opioids?
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Which type of opioid receptor is most important for pain management?
Which type of opioid receptor is most important for pain management?
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What is the primary role of opioid antagonists?
What is the primary role of opioid antagonists?
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Which opioid agonist has high effectiveness and is available in transdermal patch form?
Which opioid agonist has high effectiveness and is available in transdermal patch form?
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What is the primary use of celecoxib, a selective COX-2 inhibitor?
What is the primary use of celecoxib, a selective COX-2 inhibitor?
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What is the mechanism of action of paracetamol (acetaminophen), a centrally acting nonopioid analgesic?
What is the mechanism of action of paracetamol (acetaminophen), a centrally acting nonopioid analgesic?
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What is the primary adverse effect associated with high doses of aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid, ASA)?
What is the primary adverse effect associated with high doses of aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid, ASA)?
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What is the primary use of ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?
What is the primary use of ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?
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What is the primary use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
What is the primary use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
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What is the primary use of nonopioid analgesics?
What is the primary use of nonopioid analgesics?
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