Client use of opioid represents tolerance

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For each client listed, specify if the client's use of an opioid represents tolerance, dependence, opioid use disorder (OUD), or appropriate use.? Tolerance? Dependence? Opioid Use Disorder? Appropriate Use? An adult taking oxycodone as prescribed for postoperative pain switches to ibuprofen as their pain decreases.? A recent college graduate who is unable to remain employed due to compulsive use of heroin and meperidine.? A young mother living with pancreatic cancer whose total daily dose of morphine has increased over the last 3 days.? A high school athlete using heat and cold packs to control pain without taking prescription opioid drugs.? An older adult taking extended-release oxycodone by mouth skips a dose the night before a medical procedure and experiences irritability and anxiety.?

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