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Davideckstein7

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Why is methadone used in the treatment of heroin abuse?
 
  a. because it blocks the receptors that heroin binds to
  b. because it lasts longer than heroin
  c. because it blocks the addict's craving for heroin
  d. because it breaks down heroin before it can bind

Question 2

About 60 of the drug abusers in treatment receive their treatment in ________.
 
  a. outpatient treatment
  b. methadone treatment
  c. therapeutic communities
  d. inpatient detoxification


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cdmart10

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

a


Davideckstein7

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Gracias!

Mochi

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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