A Client Is Receiving a Brand Name Drug and Wants

question 30

Multiple Choice

A client is receiving a brand name drug and wants to change to the generic form because it is less expensive. What is the best outcome for this client?

• A) State two ways a brand name drug differs from a generic name drug.
• B) Take the brand name drug after speaking with the physician.
• C) Ask the nurse why brand name drugs are better than generic drugs.
• D) List two ways to obtain the medication at a reduced cost.

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Definitions:

Polar

A molecule or part of a molecule containing regions with slight charges due to uneven electron distribution, leading to interactions with other charged molecules.

Nonpolar

Describing molecules that do not have distinct positive and negative poles, resulting in a lack of electronegativity difference between the atoms.

Single Covalent

A type of chemical bond where two atoms share one pair of valence electrons.

Neutrons

Subatomic particles found within the nucleus of an atom, having no electric charge and a mass slightly larger than that of protons.