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Self assessment

It should take about ten minutes to complete the test, although there is no actual time limit.  It will only test material you have covered in this module.  There are three questions in total.  Where possible, feedback is given.  Please keep your score as you go along.

Question 1

For each part of this question, select true or false by clicking the appropriate box. Once you have answered all the questions, click the box to see the answers.

Regarding opioid analgesics:                                                                     True    False                              

1a. Psychological dependence is common in cancer patients
1b. decreased efficacy with repeated prolonged use is a characteristic of physical tolerance
1c. morphine is contraindicated in liver disease
1d. drowsiness and confusion is particularly common in elderly patients
1e. nausea and vomiting is a rare side effect

score 1 mark for each correct answer.

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