Which of the following statements is true of opioid drug administration and disposition?
A. Opioids are not administered on a repeated schedule.
B. Oral preparations of opioids are primarily used for surgery and postsurgical recovery.
C. Opioids are available for oral and parenteral administration.
D. Oral preparations of opioids should be chewed, never swallowed.
Answer: C
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