Which of the Following Drugs Produces the Highest Number of Acute

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following drugs produces the highest number of acute care hospital days?

• A) tobacco
• B) alcohol
• C) opioids
• D) crack cocaine

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Definitions:

Ethers

A class of organic compounds characterized by an oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups, widely used as solvents and in the production of pharmaceuticals and chemicals.

Boiling Point

The boiling point is the temperature at which a substance transitions from a liquid to a gas (vaporizes) at a given pressure, distinctive for each substance.

Molecular Weight

The sum of the atomic weights of all atoms in a molecule, indicating the size of the molecule.

Diabetics

Individuals suffering from diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels due to insulin production or response issues.