Patients Who Have a Substance Use Disorder and a Chronic

question 10

True/False

Patients who have a substance use disorder and a chronic pain disorder might not respond to prescribed medications because of partial tolerance that has developed due to the medications being prescribed.

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Definitions:

Intrapulmonary Pressure

The pressure within the alveoli of the lungs, vital for the process of inhalation and exhalation.

Expiratory Reserve Volume

The extra amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled after the completion of a normal, quiet expiration.

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.

Inspiratory Capacity

The maximum amount of air that can be inhaled after the end of a normal, relaxed expiration, combining tidal volume and inspiratory reserve volume.