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What is the meaning of the word 'pharmacy' derived from the Greek word 'pharmakon'?
What is the meaning of the word 'pharmacy' derived from the Greek word 'pharmakon'?
- The interpretation of prescription orders
- The provision of drug-related information to the public
- Compounding and labeling of medications
- The art and science of preparing and dispensing medications (correct)
Which activity is NOT involved in the practice of pharmacy?
Which activity is NOT involved in the practice of pharmacy?
- Diagnosing medical conditions (correct)
- Patient monitoring
- Compounding and labeling
- Interpretation of prescription orders
What does the term 'drugs' refer to based on the provided information?
What does the term 'drugs' refer to based on the provided information?
- Materials with pharmacological effects (correct)
- Synthetic medications only
- Medications that are compounded and labeled
- Natural medications derived from plants
What does the field of pharmacy involve in addition to dispensing medications?
What does the field of pharmacy involve in addition to dispensing medications?