Which of the following is true about the WHO analgesic ladder for chronic pain in adults?
The 3 main principles: By the clock: Drugs should be given "around the clock" rather than "on demand". By the mouth: Oral route is preferred. By the ladder: Non-opioids - Mild opioids - Strong opioids. Non opioid analgesic are given for mild pain. Adjuvants can be used for mild, moderate and severe pain
Analgesics are given 'on demand'
Morphine used for severe pain
Adjuvants are indicated only for mild pain
Non opioid analgesic are given for moderate pain.
Intravenous Anesthetic Agents