5 Questions
What term describes an uncharacteristic response of a patient to a drug, usually not occurring on administration?
Idiosyncrasy
Which term describes a reaction caused by altered reactivity of the patient and generally considered to be an allergic manifestation?
Hypersensitivity
What term describes a characteristic pharmacologic effect of a drug produced by an unusually small dose?
Intolerance
Which term refers to an unusual pharmacologic response that could not be explained by the action of a single drug, but was caused by drug interaction?
Drug interaction
What term describes an adverse drug reaction that directly or indirectly contributes to the death of the patient?
Lethal
Test your knowledge about medication misadventures, including adverse drug events, adverse drug reactions, and medication errors. Learn about the iatrogenic hazards and incidents associated with medications.
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