Ted is undergoing a heroin detoxification process that lasts approximately 180 days as part of an out-patient program. During this process, he is prescribed an opioid receptor agonist. What type of detoxification process is Ted participating in?
A) ultrarapid opioid detoxification
B) rapid detoxification
C) short-term opioid detoxification
D) long-term opioid detoxification

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Ted is participating in a long-term opioid detoxification process, as indicated by the duration of approximately 180 days and the use of an opioid receptor agonist to manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings. This approach is designed to gradually wean the body off opioids over an extended period.

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