Asked by Cassandra Hartley on May 30, 2024
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Which of the following is a natural opioid produced by the human body?
A) Codeine
B) Etorphine
C) Endorphin
D) Alfentanil
Natural Opioid
Any opiate-like substance produced naturally by the body, such as endorphins, which act to relieve pain or produce pleasure.
Human Body
The entire physical structure of a human being, comprised of various systems (e.g., skeletal, muscular, circulatory) that function interdependently.
- Pinpoint the results of different drug classes, encompassing stimulants, depressants, and opioids.
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Zybrea KnightJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Endorphins are a natural opioid produced by the body in response to pain or stress. Codeine, etorphine, and alfentanil are synthetic opioids.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the results of different drug classes, encompassing stimulants, depressants, and opioids.