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Opioids have grown to be the greatest analgesics for most patients, especially with terminal illness. However their might be underdosed, due to concerns of which side effect?

  • [A] Constipation
  • [B] Renal failure
  • [C] Respiratory depression
  • [D] Delirium

 

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  1. Kanar Karim
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    C

  2. Neuros
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    Correct Answer: [C] Respiratory Depression

    Respiratory depression is a major concern that limits the use of proper dosing of opioids in terminally ill. Close monitoring for sedation might help as it precedes respiratory depression and hence allow proper pain control.
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    Ref: Jacobsen R et al. Physician-related barriers to cancer pain management with opioid analgesics: A systematic review

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  4. Mohammed Khan
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    [C] Respiratory depression

  5. Munazzah Riaz
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    A

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