Human Health and Diseases Question 121

121. Select the correct statement from the ones given below?

[2010]

(a) Barbiturates when given to criminals make them tell the truth

(b) Morphine is often given to persons who have undergone surgery as a pain killer

(c) Chewing tobacco lowers blood pressure and heart rate

(d) Cocaine is given to patients after surgery as it stimulates recovery

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Answer : b

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(b) Morphine is potent opioid analgesic that is often given to persons (who have undergone surgery) as a pain killer. It is mainly used to relieve severe and persistent pain. It is administrated by mouth, injection or suppositories.