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Practice Listening: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers ID: #33900 Short Opioid abuse
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Perhaps it's because of the horrific news of opioid abuse recently, but it seems as if Americans are more seriously considering whether or not to take any kind of prescription medicine to relieve pain, according to a new study. In fact, 78 percent of those surveyed in a joint effort by Gallup and Palmer College of Chiropractic said they'd prefer to try other ways to address their physical pain before they take pain medication. Opioid use disorder is a chronic mental health condition. It involves a problematic pattern of opioid use. Treatment is possible and typically involves medication and therapy. It’s important to seek help as soon as possible if you think you’re developing an addiction to opioids.

What is the author telling us about pain medications?

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Option 2: "Use preventive methods for pain rather than taking medications."

Explanation: The text states that 78 percent of those surveyed prefer to try other ways to address their physical pain before resorting to pain medication, aligning with the idea of using preventive methods.

Option 1: "Patients should immediately opt for pain medications in case of any pain."

Explanation: The text suggests that many Americans are considering alternatives to pain medications, indicating that immediate use of such medications is not the author's recommendation.

Option 3: "Pain medications are the best way to deal with the pain."

Explanation: The text implies that many people are hesitant to use pain medications, suggesting that they do not view them as the best solution for pain relief.

Option 4: "Pain sufferers may not find relief in taking medications."

Explanation: The text indicates a shift in attitude towards pain medications, suggesting that many individuals are considering alternatives, which implies that medications may not be seen as effective for everyone.

Option 5: "Only 50% of people think that not taking medications is satisfactory."

Explanation: The text states that 78 percent of those surveyed prefer alternatives to pain medications, which contradicts the claim that only 50% hold this view.

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