A Notable Increase in Serious Complications Resulting from Adverse Drug

question 41

Multiple Choice

A notable increase in serious complications resulting from adverse drug reactions is said to be related to _________.

• A) increased life span leading to an increased older adult population
• B) increased abuse of prescription drugs by the elderly
• C) people taking fewer but stronger medications
• D) subdued responses to medications

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Definitions:

Neuron

A neuron is a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell, the fundamental unit of the nervous system responsible for receiving and sending electrical signals throughout the body.

Cerebral Spinal Fluid

A clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord, which acts as a cushion for the brain's cortex, providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain inside the skull.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems that support and protect neurons, playing crucial roles in brain function.

Cushioning Effect

A psychological or physical phenomenon where a buffer exists or is created to lessen the impact of a stressful or negative event.