Which patients are at high risk for drug interactions? (Select all that apply.)
a. Patients who are acutely ill
b. Patients who are taking multiple medications
c. Patients who see several specialists
d. Patients who take supplements and OTC medications
e. Patients who use one pharmacy for several medications
ANS: B, C, D
Patients who have chronic health conditions, take multiple medications, see more than one provider, and use supplements and OTC medications are at higher risk for drug interactions.
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