Questions and Answers
Which of the following is the leading cause of morbidity, mortality, and increased healthcare cost?
Adverse drug reactions
What percentage of hospital admissions are caused by ADRs?
3% to 5%
What is the general definition of an ADR according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A harmful response to a drug that is noxious, unpleasant, and unintended
What is not included in the definition of an ADR?
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What percentage of hospitalized patients experience serious and fatal adverse drug reactions?
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