You are caring for an elderly woman with suspected vertebral fracture secondary to osteoporosis. She frequently takes a hydrocodone-containing preparation (Vicoprofen) for pain. With her current injury, you find it necessary to administer a greater-than-expected dosage of morphine. Why is this higher dosage needed?
A) Cross tolerance
B) Psychological dependency
C) Potentiation
D) Synergism
A
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A. anticoagulant B. inotropic C. vasodilator D. beta-blocker E. diuretic
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