Which of the following statements best describes polypharmacy?The use of multiple medicationsFailure to take medications as prescribedIntentionally taking an extra dose of medicationPrescriptions at multiple pharmacies

Which of the following most accurately describes medication administration?Keeping a box of common medications at your workplace.Following procedures to ensure that a person is taking their medications or treatments as prescribed by a medical professional.Mixing prescribed medications into a person’s food when they refuse medications.

When an individual takes more than one drug at a time, this is called _____________.Group of answer choicesSynergistic effect Polysubstance Cross-tolerance All of the above

The effects of any drug depend on __________.All of the answers are correctThe amount taken at one timeThe circumstances under which the drug is taken such as the simultaneous use of alcohol or other drugs, etc.How the drug is consumed

Misusing prescription drugs can __________________________.

3. List the major consequences associated with Polydrug use. Make sure you include both physical and mental effects.