Massachusetts Medical Society: Question 2

Question 2

 

Question:

 

Which of the following factors contribute to the overuse of prescription opioids?

 

 

 

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Lack of insurance coverage 
for alternative remedies such as  homeopathy and acupuncture. 
 

 

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Answer:

Lack of availability of medical  marijuana for debilitating 
medical conditions.
 

 

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Answer:

Lack of patient and provider understanding that 
opioids do not  alleviate chronic pain.
 

 

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Answer:

Lack of training in pain and  addiction for health 
professionals, societal medication mania, and providers’  confrontation 
phobia.
 

 

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