Which of the Following Is a Sign of Abuse

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a sign of abuse?

• A) developmental delay
• B) inadequate clothing for season or size
• C) obvious lack of dental care
• D) frequent injuries requiring medical attention

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Definitions:

Sedation Rating Scale

A tool used in healthcare to assess the depth of sedation in patients, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures that require sedation.

Naloxone

A medication primarily used to counteract opioid overdoses, quickly restoring normal respiration to a person whose breathing has slowed or stopped.

Analgesic Effect

The ability of a substance to reduce or eliminate pain without causing loss of consciousness, often attributed to drugs like analgesics or painkillers.

Opioid Receptor Sites

Specific areas in the brain and nervous system where opioid drugs bind, influencing pain perception and generating effects like pain relief, sedation, and euphoria.