Opioids have a unique characteristic in that they have:
a. no addicting qualities c. no ceiling dose
b. only beneficial side effects d. a preconscious effect
C
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A Incorrect: Opioids are not unique because they have no addicting qualities, because it can be addictive.
B Incorrect: Opioids are not unique because they only have beneficial side effects.
C Correct: Opioids have a unique characteristic in that they have no ceiling dose (there is no point after which they are no longer effective).
D Incorrect: Opioids are not unique because they only have a preconscious effect, in fact, they work for the management of pain across the age groups.
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