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Which type of opium alkaloid is 5-10 times more toxic than morphine and enters the brain rapidly?
Which type of opium alkaloid is 5-10 times more toxic than morphine and enters the brain rapidly?
- Heroin (diacetyl morphine) (correct)
- Methadone
- Codeine
- Pethidine
Which receptor is associated with dependence, respiratory depression, euphoria, and analgesia?
Which receptor is associated with dependence, respiratory depression, euphoria, and analgesia?
- Delta receptors (δ)
- Sigma receptors (σ)
- Mu receptors (μ) (correct)
- Kappa receptors (κ)
What is the main route of administration for opium and heroin?
What is the main route of administration for opium and heroin?
- Inhalation (smoking/sniffing) (correct)
- Intravenous (IV) injection
- Oral ingestion
- Subcutaneous (SC) injection
Which clinical presentation is associated with opium alkaloid poisoning in the cardiovascular system?
Which clinical presentation is associated with opium alkaloid poisoning in the cardiovascular system?
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What is the most common condition of opium alkaloid poisoning?
What is the most common condition of opium alkaloid poisoning?
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