Delta is an 88 year old who has mild low back pain.What guidelines should be followed when prescribing pain management for Delta?
A) Keep the dose of oxycodone low to prevent development of tolerance
B) Acetaminophen is the first-line drug of choice
C) Avoid prescribing NSAIDs
D) Add in a short-acting benzodiazepine for a synergistic effect on pain
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