Which of the following types of drugs is most likely to cause serious consequences if a medication error occurs?

Drugs that are very cheap
Drugs that have serious side effects
Drugs that have a narrow therapeutic index
All of the above


Drugs that have a narrow therapeutic index

Rationale: Drugs that have a narrow therapeutic index are most likely to cause serious consequences if a medication error occurs.

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