Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About Opiate

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate statement about opiate (narcotic) addiction?

A) Discontinuing narcotic use brings on withdrawal symptoms in 1-2 hours.
B) Since opiates (narcotics) are usually injected, users are at increased risk for HIV and, by extension, AIDS.
C) The withdrawal process for narcotic addiction takes about 1 to 3 weeks.
D) Most addicts die before the age of 50 from a drug overdose.