A patient who has developed a tolerance for codeine will:
A) demonstrate physical signs when the drug is discontinued.
B) require a larger dose than expected to control pain.
C) require a smaller dose than expected to control pain.
D) show signs or symptoms of drug toxicity.

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Tolerance to a drug like codeine means that over time, the patient will need a larger dose to achieve the same pain-relieving effects that were previously achieved with a smaller dose.

A Patient Who Has Developed a Tolerance for Codeine Will