Opioids in Anesthesia and Pain Management
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What is the primary function of opioids in anesthesia?

  • Inducing unconsciousness
  • Reducing inflammation
  • Providing the analgesic component (correct)
  • Regulating blood pressure
  • How do opioids suppress pain?

  • By targeting multiple sites throughout the nervous system (correct)
  • By increasing neurotransmitter production
  • By reducing blood flow to the affected area
  • By directly blocking pain signals in the brain
  • What affects the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of opioids?

  • Geographic location
  • Hair color and eye color
  • Age, body weight, and organ failure (correct)
  • Diet and exercise habits
  • What is a potential risk associated with new opioid delivery systems like transdermal patches?

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