The Need for Continued Use of a Drug to Avoid

question 108

Multiple Choice

The need for continued use of a drug to avoid symptoms of withdrawal is

• A)tolerance.
• B)withdrawal.
• C)abuse.
• D)dependence.

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Definitions:

Collagen

A protein essential for supporting the structure of the skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments, and is the most abundant protein in mammals.

Rheumatoid arthritis

An autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints, often resulting in pain and deformity.

Osteoarthritis

A degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone, leading to pain and stiffness, primarily in the hips, knees, and thumbs.

Septic arthritis

An infection in a joint causing inflammation, usually caused by bacteria, but sometimes viruses or fungi, characterized by severe pain, swelling, and redness.