When a Medication Is Added to a Regimen for a Synergistic

question 21

Multiple Choice

When a medication is added to a regimen for a synergistic effect, the combined effect of the drugs is:

• A)The sum of the effects of each drug individually
• B)Greater than the sum of the effects of each drug individually
• C)Less than the effect of each drug individually
• D)Not predictable, as it varies with each individual

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Definitions:

Reward Deficiency Syndrome

A theory proposing that individuals with certain genetic backgrounds have deficiencies in the pleasure centers of the brain.

Substance-Induced Dementia

Cognitive impairment and memory issues directly attributable to the prolonged use of psychoactive substances, including drugs and alcohol.

Korsakoff's Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder typically associated with heavy alcohol consumption over a long period, characterized by short-term memory loss, "making up" stories (confabulation), and apathy.

Wernicke's Encephalopathy

A serious neurological disorder caused by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, typically associated with chronic alcoholism, characterized by confusion, unsteady gait, and eye movement abnormalities.