What is a significant common side effect that occurs with opioid administration?
a. Euphoria
b. Diuresis
c. Constipation
d. Allergic reactions
ANS: C
Constipation is one of the most common side effects of opioid administration. Preventive strategies should be implemented to minimize this problem. Sedation is a more common result than euphoria. Urinary retention, not diuresis, may occur with opiates. Rarely, some individuals may have pruritus.
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