Why the study?
What are the side effects and complications associated with opioid administration for pain management?
Population
Patients prescribed opioids for pain management
Design
Review
Authors
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May prompt closer monitoring for constipation and nausea with opioids; leaves open optimal mitigation strategies in pain management.
What are the side effects and complications associated with opioid administration for pain management?
Opioids are associated with a significant number of side effects, most commonly constipation and nausea, which can be difficult to manage and may require opioid discontinuation.
Ramsin Benyamin (2008) studied this question.
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