A Primary Concern with Using Opioid Medications to Treat Pain

question 35

Multiple Choice

A primary concern with using opioid medications to treat pain for arthritis is that

• A)They are extremely costly.
• B)They have addictive properties.
• C)They may cause stomach ulcers.
• D)They are usually not covered by health insurance.

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