Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Pharmacological Treatment

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the pharmacological treatment of children?

• A)Research indicates a higher usage of medications for African American and Latino children.
• B)The rate of medication usage in children and adolescents has decreased.
• C)Medications are rarely prescribed for children until they are proven to be safe and useful.
• D)High income and private insurance are associated with a greater likelihood of medication use.

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