Both opioid and nonopioid analgesics relieve pain by raising the pain threshold. Raising the pain threshold increases one's reaction to pain.

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The first statement is true , but the second statement is f alse . Raising the pain threshold actually decreases one reaction to pain. Both opioid and non - opioid analgesics raise the client's pain threshold. Opioids alter one's perception of pain and non - opioid analgesics block the pain pathway.

Both Opioid and Nonopioid Analgesics Relieve Pain by Raising the Pain