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Which opioid medication is commonly prescribed for post-surgical pain and cancer-related pain?
Which opioid medication is commonly prescribed for post-surgical pain and cancer-related pain?
- Tramadol
- Methamphetamine
- Cocaine
- Hydromorphone (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of Buprenorphine in medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction?
What is the mechanism of action of Buprenorphine in medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction?
- Acting as a stimulant
- Increasing cravings and withdrawal symptoms
- Reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms (correct)
- Being a full agonist at the opioid receptors
Which opioid medication works by altering the perception of pain through binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord?
Which opioid medication works by altering the perception of pain through binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord?
- Fentanyl
- Tramadol
- Oxycodone
- Hydrocodone (correct)
What are the health risks associated with Cocaine use?
What are the health risks associated with Cocaine use?
What does Oxycodone belong to in terms of drug classification?
What does Oxycodone belong to in terms of drug classification?
How does Fentanyl act in medical settings?
How does Fentanyl act in medical settings?
What is a common long-term effect of methamphetamine use?
What is a common long-term effect of methamphetamine use?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected by methamphetamine?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected by methamphetamine?
What is the main concern with opioids in pain management?
What is the main concern with opioids in pain management?
Which drug is commonly associated with narcotic pain management?
Which drug is commonly associated with narcotic pain management?
What is a characteristic of opioids when used in anesthesia?
What is a characteristic of opioids when used in anesthesia?
Which drug is NOT a central nervous system stimulant?
Which drug is NOT a central nervous system stimulant?
What type of drug is methadone?
What type of drug is methadone?
Which plant is morphine derived from?
Which plant is morphine derived from?
What is the primary effect of codeine?
What is the primary effect of codeine?
What type of receptors does tramadol's opioid component bind to for pain relief?
What type of receptors does tramadol's opioid component bind to for pain relief?
Which drug is NOT an opioid?
Which drug is NOT an opioid?
What is the main purpose of narcotics drugs mentioned in the text?
What is the main purpose of narcotics drugs mentioned in the text?
