Which Statement Best Describes the Advantages of Prescription Drugs Versus

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the advantages of prescription drugs versus over-the-counter (OTC) drugs? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)The cost of the drug is always less than the cost of an OTC drug.
• B)The practitioner can maximize therapy by ordering the proper medication for the client's condition.
• C)There are fewer side effects of prescription drugs than of OTC drugs.
• D)The practitioner is able to control the dose and frequency of dosing of the drug.
• E)Prescription drugs do not require a practitioner order.

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