Alan Injures His Back Severely

question 19

Essay

Alan injures his back severely.When he goes to the doctor, the doctor gives him a choice as to whether he thinks he needs an opioid drug.Briefly describe the benefits and risks Alan faces if gets this prescription.

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Definitions:

Fetus

A developmental stage of a vertebrate that occurs in the womb after embryonic stage and until birth.

Stranger Anxiety

The fear of strangers that infants commonly display, beginning by about 8 months of age.

Nursing Mother

A woman who is breastfeeding her infant, providing nutrition and antibodies through her milk.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

A condition in a child that results from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy, causing growth problems, facial abnormalities, and cognitive deficits.