Title: Describe the effects of opioid dependency on the human body systems.
Course: Physical/Occupational Therapy II (14060-II) > Section: Understanding Pain Management Protocols

Description should include the short- and long-term effects of opioids on the following:

- Nervous system
- Respiratory system
- Circulatory system
- Digestive system
- Skeletal system

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does the misuse of opioids affect nutrition and weight loss?
- How might opioid misuse be evident in a person’s vital signs?
- How do opioids affect the brain as the control center for homeostasis?