Opioids anyone?

When I came to the hospital for my broken ribs, I was suffering horribly and what saved the day were the potent pain-killers I received.

Obviously, I got a good dose of opioids, both during my short stay there and in my prescription, after I was discharged.

At no time did the hospital staff asked me if I was okay with receiving opioids, they just warned me about their dangers and assumed - I guess - this was the sole option fit for my condition.

I would have expected and preferred to be offered some safer, less addictive alternative, but it didn't happen. I guess, doctors prioritize effectiveness over any danger...