Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Tramadol (Ultram), a synthetic analog of codeine, is not classified as a controlled substance.
2. Naloxone (Narcan), an opioid antagonist, is used for treatment of opioid overdoses.
3. An overdose of Tylenol could result in liver toxicity or renal damage.
4. Tricyclic antidepressants are the drug of choice for depression in patients recovering from
myocardial infarction.
5. Anti-depressants may be used as adjuvants to analgesics in order to better control pain and
lower dose required on opioids.
1. False
Tramadol is a controlled substance currently schedule III category.
2. True
3. True
4. False
This is a contraindication as tricyclics increase the risk of arrhythmia in
the recovery phase following MI.
5. True
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High-fiber diets may help decrease the risk of all of the following EXCEPT
A) colon cancer. B) heart disease. C) obesity. D) fibromyalgia.
Self-breast examinations would be considered which level of prevention?
A) Primary B) Secondary C) Tertiary D) Treatment
Samantha has realized it takes a great deal more wine for her to feel relaxed and less stressed after work than it used to. She has developed
A) an anxiety disorder. B) tolerance. C) addiction. D) withdrawal.