What type of prescription drug has been most responsible for the steady increase of unintentional poisoning deaths? How is the body affected?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Prescription opioid painkillers are responsible for the majority of the increase in unintentional poisoning deaths. Examples of these drugs are oxycodone (OxyContin) and hydrocodone (Vicodin). They are highly addictive, produce a "high," and when taken in excess they suppress breathing. They are also associated with an increased risk for heart attack.
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A radiographic examination of the bile ducts with the use of a contrast medium is known as ____________________.?
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which suffix means enlarged??
A) -stenosis B) -pathy C) -sclerosis D) -megaly
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)