The term for the universally accepted, official name of a drug is the _____ name

a. brand
b. trade
c. proprietary
d. generic


ANS: D
The generic name is the universally accepted, official name of a drug.

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A client has given birth to a low-birthweight infant. When reviewing the client's medical record for factors associated with low-birthweight newborns, which of the following would the nurse identify as a contributing factor?

A) Lack of treatment for schizophrenia B) Untreated depression C) History of panic attacks D) Use of SSRIs during pregnancy

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The condition in which the placenta is implanted in the lower uterine segment near or over the internal cervical os is ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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1. Sleeplessness. 2. Anxiety. 3. Apathy. 4. Racing thoughts. 5. Somatic complaints.

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