The medical situation when a particular drug should not be administered is referred to as

A. side effect
B. adverse effect
C. drug allergy
D. contraindication
E. antagonism


D. contraindication

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A. low-density lipoproteins (LDL) B. very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) C. high-density lipoproteins (HDL) D. triglycerides

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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A. lowering self-esteem and mood B. sleeping better C. increasing anxiety and stress D. living a more sedentary lifestyle

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