Taking larger-than-prescribed doses of a medication is an example of ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


substance abuse

One form of substance abuse involves taking larger-than-prescribed doses of a medication.

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For an individual with poor oral care, what must be changed in order for him or her to adopt a healthy behavior such as daily brushing?

A) Life force B) Instinct C) Behavior D) Value E) None of the above

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On the deposit slip for today, the practice has $103.00 in cash, $0.57 in coins, and $1,250.00 in checks, and the less cash received is $25.00. What is the total deposit for the day?

A. $1,245.00 B. $1,378.57 C. $1,353.57 D. $1,328.57

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Which are not included when computing the hospital autopsy rate?

A) Inpatient deaths and autopsies B) Outpatient deaths and autopsies C) Fetal death autopsies D) Previous patient deaths and autopsies

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The risk involved with the use of carbon dioxide systems is based on the fact that the amount of extinguishing agent needed to suppress fires and protect the contents of the enclosure is ___________

a. many times greater than the lethal concentration for humans b. less than the design concentration of carbon dioxide available c. could cause frostbite injuries to occupants d. many times greater than the design concentration

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