Drug Related Problems: Definitions and Categories

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What is the definition of Drug Related Problems (DRP) according to the text?

  • Any undesirable event experienced by a patient related to drug therapy that interferes with treatment goals. (correct)
  • Any medical condition that requires additional pharmacotherapy to attain synergistic effects.
  • The use of multiple drug products for a condition that requires a single drug therapy.
  • The need for preventive drug therapy to reduce the risk of developing a new condition.

Which scenario falls under the category of 'Unnecessary drug therapy' as per the text?

  • Taking drug therapy to treat an avoidable adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with another medication. (correct)
  • A medical condition requiring additional pharmacotherapy for synergistic effects.
  • Untreated medical condition that requires initiation of drug therapy.
  • Using multiple drug products for a condition that requires a single drug therapy.

What is the common cause of Drug Related Problems (DRP) related to 'Need additional drug therapy' according to the text?

  • Using multiple drug products for a condition that requires a single drug therapy.
  • Addictive or recreational drug use.
  • Preventive drug therapy required to reduce the risk of developing a new condition.
  • Untreated medical condition requiring initiation of drug therapy. (correct)

Which situation represents the need for 'Preventive drug therapy' as per the text?

<p>Preventive drug therapy required to reduce the risk of developing a new condition. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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