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Presents a case which describes a patient who had a history of alcoholism and developed severe respiratory depression after treatment for a complaint of pain. Results of the examination of the patient; Discussion on respiratory depression; Common medications with potential drug interaction with methadone.

Focuses on the explanatory model of illness. Importance of inquiring about a patient; Use of the model in interpreting the culture of Western medicine; Tips on resolving conflicts in end-of-life care.