The Class of Pain Reliever Most Likely to Produce Increased

question 15

Multiple Choice

The class of pain reliever most likely to produce increased tolerance and addiction is

• A) peripherally active analgesics.
• B) centrally acting analgesics.
• C) local anesthetics.
• D) indirectly acting drugs.

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Definitions:

Physical Signs

Observable indicators that are often used to detect or monitor medical conditions through physical examination.

Angina

A condition marked by severe pain in the chest, often also spreading to the shoulders, arms, and neck, caused by an inadequate blood supply to the heart.

Crisis Situation

A critical or intense point in a situation that requires immediate attention and action to prevent or mitigate damage.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality or facts, acting as if a painful event, thought, or feeling did not exist.