A Drug Is Prescribed to Prevent a Disease or Condition

question 71

Multiple Choice

A drug is prescribed to prevent a disease or condition, as with immunizations or birth control drugs, in which of the following types of drug therapies?

• A) Supportive
• B) Prophylactic
• C) Empiric
• D) Maintenance
• E) Palliative

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Definitions:

Neutral Observers

Individuals who impartially observe processes or events without influencing the outcome or possessing any bias.

Needs Assessment

The process of evaluating the needs of a particular group or situation to determine the necessary actions or resources to address those needs.

Accident Rates

Measures or statistics indicating the frequency or occurrence of accidents within a particular environment or period.

New Procedures

Newly implemented methods or processes designed to improve efficiency, effectiveness, or both within an organization.