ABFM Palliative Care Practice Questions - ABFM Hospice And Palliative Medicine Certificate Of Added Qualifications (CAQ) Exam

According to the WHO analgesic ladder, which medication class is appropriate for Step 1 (mild pain)?

Strong opioids such as morphine or hydromorphone Weak opioids such as codeine or tramadol Non-opioid analgesics such as acetaminophen or NSAIDs Adjuvants such as gabapentin or TCAs alone

Correct Answer:

Non-opioid analgesics such as acetaminophen or NSAIDs

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