An Unwelcome but Possibly Benign Effect of Nicotinic Acid Treatment

question 35

Multiple Choice

An unwelcome but possibly benign effect of nicotinic acid treatment is:

• A) petechial rash.
• B) constipation.
• C) loose stools.
• D) skin flushes and itching.

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Definitions:

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to diagnosing mental disorders.

Substance Use Disorder

A medical condition characterized by the uncontrollable use of substances despite harmful consequences.

Substance Dependence

A condition in which an individual persistently uses a drug or substance despite facing significant harmful consequences, typically involving a strong desire to take the drug and difficulties in controlling its use.

Substance Withdrawal

A set of symptoms that occur upon the abrupt reduction or cessation of intake of addictive substances.