Question 4 (1 point) 85POINTS

Which statement is true?


Question 4 options:


It's always OK to take medicines prescribed for someone else.



Even helpful medicines can be harmful if they are used incorrectly.



Over-the-counter medicines are always safe, no matter how much a person takes.



It's OK to combine any medicines you get from a doctor.

What else belongs on this list things you should know about handling medicine safely at home?

Be aware of what the medicines in your home are supposed to be used for.

Keep medicines out of the reach of children.

Never share prescription medicines.


Question 5 options:


Before taking two or more medicines at the same time, get your doctor's approval.



Don't pay careful attention to where you store medicines.



Taking a medicine that is past its expiration date is safe.



Dispose of unused medicines in whatever way happens to be easiest.Question 7 (1 point)

Which statement is true?


Question 7 options:


There is no need to be aware of side effects when you take medicine.



Only over-the-counter medicines have side effects.



There can be side effects with any medicine.



Only prescription medicines have side effects. Question 8 (1 point)

Prescription medicines __________

are not as effective as over-the-counter medicines.



are medicines sold only with a written order from a doctor.



are not as strong as over-the-counter medicines.



are medicines available without a written order from a doctor. Medicines that have expired are safe to use.


Question 9 options:
Drugs used to treat problems like attention-deficit disorder are ______ if taken by someone other that the person they were prescribed for.
True

False


Question 10 options:
Drugs used to treat problems like attention-deficit disorder are ______ if taken by someone other that the person they were prescribed for.

okay



dangerous



required



effective