Over time, patients taking opioid analgesics develop tolerance to which side effects? (Select all that apply.)
a. Constipation
b. Euphoria
c. Physical dependence
d. Respiratory depression
e. Sedation
ANS: B, D, E
With continuous use, tolerance develops to most side effects of opioids, except to constipation and physical dependence.
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