Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Nonadherence is most common in older adults, for a variety of reasons.
2. Polypharmacy refers to pharmacy shopping by patients.
3. Polypharmacy is only a problem if there are negative outcomes or adverse events.
4. One way to avoid serious side effects associated with polypharmacy is to request the
physician to substitute a medication or do a CMR.
1. True
2. False
The term describes the use of multiple drugs or prescriptions, including OTC and herbal.
3. True
4. True
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a. plantar b. genital c. popliteal d. femoral
Which of the following conditions is characterized by progressive dementia, disorientation, and loss of memory?
A) Alzheimer's disease B) Reye's syndrome C) Bell's palsy D) Parkinson's disease
Match the diet types with the appropriate food choices.
A. Minimally processed (whole) foods and vegetables sautéed in oil B. Yams, black-eyed peas, okra, and peanuts C. seafood, and stir-fried vegetables D. Rice, corn, and beans E. Fresh vegetables and high in fiber
In the context of cerebral concussions, attention should be focused on a patient's recovery via symptoms, neurocognitive tests, and postural tests as opposed to grading scales.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)