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Which type of drug originates from the poppy plant?
Which type of drug originates from the poppy plant?
- Opiates (correct)
- Agonists
- Opioids
- Antagonists
What is the action of an agonist-antagonist drug?
What is the action of an agonist-antagonist drug?
- Synthetically produced
- Binds to the receptor in the brain and reduces pain sensation in lower amounts than an agonist (correct)
- Reverses the effects of other drugs on pain receptors
- Binds to receptors in the brain but does not decrease pain signals
Which side effect is associated with opioids?
Which side effect is associated with opioids?
- Increased urine output
- Enhanced mental clarity
- Decreased BP (correct)
- Increased GI peristalsis
What is a common side effect of opioids according to the 'Droopy Dolly' mnemonic?
What is a common side effect of opioids according to the 'Droopy Dolly' mnemonic?