Mr.Percy has terminal prostate cancer.He is currently being cared for in the hospice unit.What is the benefit of prescribing a full agonist opioid such as Fentanyl to manage Mr.Percy's pain?

A) No ceiling dose
B) Decreased incidence of drug tolerance
C) Decreased incidence of drug dependence
D) Maximal ceiling dose

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Kendall Durrett · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Full agonist opioids such as Fentanyl have no ceiling dose, meaning that additional doses can be given to continue pain relief as needed without a maximum limit. This is particularly beneficial for patients with terminal illnesses like Mr. Percy who may require high doses of pain medication as their condition progresses. Additionally, Fentanyl has a quick onset and can provide rapid pain relief.

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