When a Drug Produces an Unpredictable Reaction That Is Not

question 31

Multiple Choice

When a drug produces an unpredictable reaction that is not allergic in nature or due to overdose and resultant toxicity, it is called a(n) ____.

• A) idiosyncratic reaction
• B) psychosomatic reaction
• C) toxic reaction
• D) intrinsic reaction

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Definitions:

Neuroticism

A trait of character marked by feelings of worry, fearfulness, mood swings, unease, envy, irritation, jealousy, and a sense of isolation.

Big Five Trait

A model in psychology that describes human personality through five broad dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Adult Attachment

Patterns of relational behavior and emotions in adults that mirror the bonding experiences they had in early childhood with caregivers.

Preoccupied

Engrossed or absorbed in thoughts or concerns, often to the extent of being unaware of one's surroundings or other matters.