A Danger When Using a Pharmaceutical as an Adjunct to the Treatment

question 24

Multiple Choice

A danger when using a pharmaceutical as an adjunct to the treatment of an addiction to drugs is that the

• A)physician prescribing the drug must guess at the effective dose.
• B)patient may view the use of medications as an extension of his or her addictive behavior.
• C)synergistic effect between pharmaceuticals prescribed is rarely taken into account.
• D)psychopharmaceuticals utilized might work at cross-purposes with the treatment staff's goals.

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Definitions:

Osteoblasts

Cells with bone-forming capability, responsible for the synthesis and mineralization of bone during both initial bone formation and later bone remodeling.

Osteoclasts

Cells that break down bone tissue, playing a crucial role in bone growth, healing, and remodeling.

Lamellae

Thin layers or plates found in bones, structured to provide strength and stability.

Lacunae

Small cavities in bone or cartilage tissue housing osteocytes or chondrocytes, cells essential for bone maintenance and cartilage elasticity.