Joel had knee surgery and his doctor prescribed opiate painkillers for the pain. Which of these scenarios could lead to prescrip

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andre [41]

3 years ago

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Joel had knee surgery and his doctor prescribed opiate painkillers for the pain. Which of these scenarios could lead to prescrip

tion drug abuse? Check all that apply.

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2 answers:

frez [133] · Answer 1 · 2021-11-22T22:29:54+03:00

frez [133]3 years ago

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Answer:

Joel takes other painkillers in addition to the prescribed pain killers.

Explanation:

Greeley [361] · Answer 2 · 2021-11-22T21:02:42+03:00

Greeley [361]3 years ago

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The patient may not be appropriately weened off of the prescribed opiate pain killer, opiates have a high potential for addiction and abuse. Often times, people become addicted to opiates after being prescribed them for procedures.