Part 1.6: Challenges to effective drug therapy Flashcards
Pharm
includes herbs and other “natural” products as often found in ancient records; these products are not controlled or tested by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and are considered to be dietary supplements; however, they are often the basis for discovery of an active ingredient that is later developed into a regulated medication
Alternative medicine
so-called germ warfare; the use of bacteria, viruses, and parasites on a large scale to incapacitate or destroy a population
biological weapons
uses of a drug that are not part of the stated therapeutic indications for which the drug was approved by the FDA; off-label uses may lead to new indications for a drug
off-label uses
patients self-diagnosing and determining their own treatment needs
self-care
nonprescription drugs with no known therapeutic use; used to enhance mood or increase pleasure
street drugs
Drugs can be advertised in the mass media only if
a.the FDA indication is clearly stated.
b.the actual use is never stated.
c.adverse effects and precautions are stated if the use is stated.
d.all adverse effects are clearly stated.
Herbal treatments and alternative therapies
a.are considered drugs and regulated by the FDA.
b.are considered dietary supplements and are not regulated by the FDA.
c.have no restrictions on claims and advertising.
d.contain no drugs, only natural substances.
OTC drugs are drugs that are
a.deemed to be safe when used as directed.
b.harmless to the public.
c.too old to be tested.
d.cheaper to use than prescription drugs.
The home healthcare industry is booming because
a.there is a shortage of hospital beds.
b.patients feel safer at home and prefer to be cared for at home.
c.patients are going home sooner and becoming responsible for their own care sooner than in the past.
d.the nursing shortage makes it difficult to care for patients in hospitals.
The cost of drug therapy is a major consideration in most areas because
a.generic drugs are always cheaper.
b.the high cost of drugs combined with more fixed income consumers puts constraints on drug use.
c.pharmacies usually carry only one drug from each class.
d.patients like to shop around and get the best drug for their money.
An off-label use of a drug means that the drug
a.was found without a label and its actual contents are not known.
b.has been found to be safe when used as directed and no restrictions are needed.
c.is being used for an indication not listed in the approved indications noted by the FDA.
d.has expired but is still found to be useful when used as directed.
