The Term ________ Generally Refers to the Use of Prescription

question 64

Short Answer

The term ________ generally refers to the use of prescription drugs for purposes other than those for which they were prescribed or in greater amounts than prescribed.

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Definitions:

ADLs

Activities of Daily Living, which are routine activities people do every day without assistance, such as eating, bathing, dressing, and moving around.

Eating

The act of consuming food.

Bathing

The act of washing oneself or another, typically in a container filled with water, such as a bathtub or shower.

Older Couples

Partners in a significant relationship, typically romantic, who are in the later stages of adulthood or elderly.