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A patient is currently prescribed MXL (morphine MR) 90mg capsules, ONE to be taken ONCE a day. Guidelines state: The standard dose of a strong opioid for breakthrough pain is usually one-sixth of the regular 24-hour dose, repeated every 2-4 hours as needed. What would be the maximum quantity of morphine that should be prescribed for EACH breakthrough dose? Give your answer in milligrams.

A patient is currently prescribed tramadol 50mg capsules at a dose of TWO capsules to be taken FOUR times a day. The patient continues to be in pain, and it is decided to prescribe oral morphine as an alternative to tramadol. Using the table below, what dose of morphine would provide an equivalent daily dose? Give your answer in milligrams. Extract from Online BNF  

Which of the following profiles of U.S. presidents has empirical research shown to be associated with the highest presidential effectiveness?

_____ emerges spontaneously from psychological needs, personal curiosities, and innate strivings for growth.

Reinforcement is to _____, as punishment is to _____.

According to McAdams, the _____ motive is the social motive to engage in warm, close, positive interpersonal relations that hold little fear of rejection.

When recalling a peak experience in his or her life, which of the following would most likely come to mind for the person with a high need for power? The day he or she:

Write the compound statement 

The autonomy-supportive behavior of _____ revolves around communicating words and sentiment such as “I see”, “Yes”, “Okay”, and “What can we do differently this time?”

You receive a prescription for Sativex spray which is a cannabis-derived product used for treating muscle spasticity.  You are unsure of the legal classification of this medicine, so you consult the Summary of Product Characteristics which lists the legal classification as CD Benz POM. Which CD schedule applies to Sativex spray?