Polypharmacy Is

question 10

Multiple Choice

Polypharmacy is:

• A) the use of unprescribed medication for recreational use.
• B) the prescription, use, or administration of more medications than are needed.
• C) very rare in older adults.
• D) rarely a problem as long as the medications are taken together.

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Definitions:

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