Dorothy Is Responsible for Making Sure Patients Understand Their Drug

question 40

Essay

Dorothy is responsible for making sure patients understand their drug therapy before they leave Dr. Thau's office. Discuss at least five factors she should include when delivering patient education.

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Definitions:

Public Good

A good that is non-excludable and non-rival in consumption, meaning no one can be prevented from using it and one person's use does not reduce availability to others.

Marginal Social Benefit

The additional benefit to society from producing one more unit of a good or service.

Marginal Benefit

The bonus satisfaction or benefit gained by consuming one more unit of a good or service.

Marginal Social Benefit

The additional benefit to society from consuming one more unit of a good or service.