The Person(s) with the Responsibility for Obtaining Information and Keeping

question 15

Multiple Choice

The person(s) with the responsibility for obtaining information and keeping records of all drugs used by a patient (both prescription and over-the-counter medications and herbs) is/are the

• A) physician
• B) pharmacist
• C) medical assistant
• D) a and b
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

Depressed Mood

A persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in external stimuli, contributing significantly to the diagnosis of depression.

Dysthymic Disorder

A chronic form of depression characterized by a low mood over a long period.

Melancholic

Pertaining to a mood characterized by deep sadness or gloominess, often associated with a type of depression.