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Substandard and falsified products are often compounded in unsanitary conditions by qualified personnel.
Substandard and falsified products are often compounded in unsanitary conditions by qualified personnel.
False
Nonprescription drug abuse rates have decreased over time.
Nonprescription drug abuse rates have decreased over time.
False
Dextromethorphan abuse among adolescents increased 15-fold from 1999 to 2004.
Dextromethorphan abuse among adolescents increased 15-fold from 1999 to 2004.
True
Prescription drugs are called pharmacy-only drugs in the UK.
Prescription drugs are called pharmacy-only drugs in the UK.
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In Canada, non-prescription drugs are categorized into only one sub-category.
In Canada, non-prescription drugs are categorized into only one sub-category.
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BTC drugs require prescriptions and are kept behind pharmacy counters.
BTC drugs require prescriptions and are kept behind pharmacy counters.
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Patients must be diagnosed by physicians before obtaining prescription drugs.
Patients must be diagnosed by physicians before obtaining prescription drugs.
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Factors contributing to inappropriate nonprescription drug use include public perception of safety.
Factors contributing to inappropriate nonprescription drug use include public perception of safety.
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Pharmacists should determine if minor symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
Pharmacists should determine if minor symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
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The World Health Organization characterizes pharmacists only as drug suppliers.
The World Health Organization characterizes pharmacists only as drug suppliers.
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Pharmacists help patients avoid care by suggesting they self-medicate for all health issues.
Pharmacists help patients avoid care by suggesting they self-medicate for all health issues.
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Pharmacists play no part in campaigns related to public health awareness.
Pharmacists play no part in campaigns related to public health awareness.
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The Rx-to-OTC switch process involves changing a medication from prescription to nonprescription status.
The Rx-to-OTC switch process involves changing a medication from prescription to nonprescription status.
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Ingredients for OTC medicines are never previously marketed as prescription medications.
Ingredients for OTC medicines are never previously marketed as prescription medications.
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Pharmacists are responsible for ensuring that nonprescription medications come from reputable sources.
Pharmacists are responsible for ensuring that nonprescription medications come from reputable sources.
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The switch process can operate in both directions, including from OTC back to prescription status.
The switch process can operate in both directions, including from OTC back to prescription status.
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Increased health literacy has led to consumers wanting to take a more passive role in their healthcare.
Increased health literacy has led to consumers wanting to take a more passive role in their healthcare.
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Self-medication involves taking drugs that require a doctor's prescription.
Self-medication involves taking drugs that require a doctor's prescription.
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Mobile applications that track health metrics have become popular among consumers.
Mobile applications that track health metrics have become popular among consumers.
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The pharmacy environment can significantly affect patients' perceptions of pharmacists.
The pharmacy environment can significantly affect patients' perceptions of pharmacists.
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Complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) are excluded from the definition of self-medication.
Complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) are excluded from the definition of self-medication.
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The presence of a high counter in a pharmacy can enhance the friendliness of pharmacist-patient interactions.
The presence of a high counter in a pharmacy can enhance the friendliness of pharmacist-patient interactions.
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Responsible self-medication can help reduce the burden on medical services.
Responsible self-medication can help reduce the burden on medical services.
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Nonprescription medications are also known as over-the-counter (OTC) products.
Nonprescription medications are also known as over-the-counter (OTC) products.
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Sensory deficits and language problems can create barriers for patients during consultations with pharmacists.
Sensory deficits and language problems can create barriers for patients during consultations with pharmacists.
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Only individuals in urban areas benefit from the responsibility of self-medication.
Only individuals in urban areas benefit from the responsibility of self-medication.
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Using ambiguous language is recommended for pharmacists when communicating with patients.
Using ambiguous language is recommended for pharmacists when communicating with patients.
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Self-care medications are not available in supermarkets and gas stations.
Self-care medications are not available in supermarkets and gas stations.
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Active listening is an important skill for pharmacists to overcome barriers while counseling patients.
Active listening is an important skill for pharmacists to overcome barriers while counseling patients.
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Utilizing self-care can enhance patients' self-care confidence by improving their skill set and empowering them to care for certain conditions on their own.
Utilizing self-care can enhance patients' self-care confidence by improving their skill set and empowering them to care for certain conditions on their own.
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If 16% of Canadians who see a doctor for mild symptoms practiced self-care instead, about 300,000 Canadians could have access to a family doctor.
If 16% of Canadians who see a doctor for mild symptoms practiced self-care instead, about 300,000 Canadians could have access to a family doctor.
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Pharmacists play no role in guiding patients in the self-management of their ailments.
Pharmacists play no role in guiding patients in the self-management of their ailments.
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Inappropriate use of nonprescription products can decrease healthcare costs by reducing physician visits.
Inappropriate use of nonprescription products can decrease healthcare costs by reducing physician visits.
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Older adults, immunocompromised individuals, and pregnant women are among the vulnerable populations at risk of adverse outcomes from self-medication.
Older adults, immunocompromised individuals, and pregnant women are among the vulnerable populations at risk of adverse outcomes from self-medication.
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Substandard products are those that completely meet quality standards and specifications.
Substandard products are those that completely meet quality standards and specifications.
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Self-diagnosis can lead to incorrect medication use and increased risk of adverse events.
Self-diagnosis can lead to incorrect medication use and increased risk of adverse events.
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Falsified products are those whose identity, composition, or source is accurately represented.
Falsified products are those whose identity, composition, or source is accurately represented.
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The labeling of OTC medicines has never contained safety information for consumers.
The labeling of OTC medicines has never contained safety information for consumers.
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The 'Drug Fact' label helps make information more uniform and easier to read.
The 'Drug Fact' label helps make information more uniform and easier to read.
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All self-medication products are considered completely safe for use.
All self-medication products are considered completely safe for use.
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Pharmacists play a crucial role in assessing patients' self-care concerns and drug-related needs.
Pharmacists play a crucial role in assessing patients' self-care concerns and drug-related needs.
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The 'Questions or Comments' section might not be present on all Drug Facts labels.
The 'Questions or Comments' section might not be present on all Drug Facts labels.
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Regulations related to drug advertising aim to ensure information is often misleading.
Regulations related to drug advertising aim to ensure information is often misleading.
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OTC Counseling is limited to the sale of nonprescription drugs without any assessments.
OTC Counseling is limited to the sale of nonprescription drugs without any assessments.
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Several countries have systems for reporting adverse reactions related to nonprescription drug use.
Several countries have systems for reporting adverse reactions related to nonprescription drug use.
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Study Notes
Self-Care Introduction
- Community pharmacists are the most accessible healthcare professionals.
- Patients can receive free, unbiased advice without an appointment.
- Pharmacists often serve as initial point of contact for minor illnesses.
- Self-care involves proactive steps for health promotion, prevention, and management.
Self-Care History and Definition
- Self-care has been a practice for centuries.
- No single, accepted definition exists.
- Varying perspectives and contexts influence definitions.
- The World Self-Medication Industry (WSMI) defines self-care as a life-long habit of individuals taking care of themselves and their families for maintaining health, treating minor ailments and long-term conditions supported by knowledge and health professionals when necessary.
- Self-care is the independent action of preventing, diagnosing and treating illness without seeking professional medical advice.
Self-care: Concept and Scope
- Self-care places responsibility for health and well-being on the individuals, families, and communities.
- The World Health Organization defines self-care as the ability to promote health, prevent diseases and manage illnesses with or without medical support.
Self-Care: Roles and Benefits
- Self-care empowers individuals and communities for informed health decisions and improved physical and psychological health.
- Promotion of self-care improves health system efficiency and promotes health equity.
- Increase of self-care market driven by consumerism and rising healthcare costs.
- Growing consumer knowledge and access to information have empowered individuals to engage more actively in healthcare management.
Self-Medication
- Self-medication involves choosing and using medications to treat self-identified illnesses without professional supervision.
- Self-medicating is the use of medications specifically labeled and designed for use without medical supervision.
- OTC (over-the-counter) products are available without a prescription and are used to treat common ailments.
- Self-medication products are those that do not require a medical prescription.
Minor Ailments
- Minor ailments, self-limiting conditions, or common conditions are self-treatable conditions managed without medical or professional intervention.
- These conditions are usually categorized as (1) pain disorders (e.g., headaches), (2) respiratory issues (e.g., coughs, colds), (3) skin conditions (e.g., acne) and (4) gastrointestinal disturbance (e.g., indigestion).
Nonprescription Medications
- OTC medications are regulated by agencies, similar to prescription drugs, for quality, safety, and efficacy.
- OTC drugs have benefits that outweigh associated risks.
- Misuse and abuse potential is low.
Drug Interactions and Misuse
- Non-prescription drugs can interact with prescription drugs, posing adverse effects.
- Increased risk of adverse events when using non-prescription drugs inappropriately.
- Substandard and falsified products pose safety concerns.
- Over the counter drug abuse is rising, and people with mental health issues, pain disorders, and diseases of aging are especially vulnerable.
Drug Classification and Categories
- Classifications of drugs vary across countries.
- Prescription and non-prescription categories.
- Categories like OTC, GSL (general sale list), and BTC (behind-the-counter) exist.
- 12 broad therapeutic classes group over 80 therapeutic categories of over the counter medicines.
Self-Care Counseling and Patient Barriers
- Pharmacists play a vital role in self-care counseling.
- This involves assisting patients in selecting appropriate nonprescription medications and discussing potential adverse effects.
- Environmental and patient-related factors can hinder patient-pharmacist counseling interactions.
- Practical strategies for overcoming these barriers are discussed.
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This quiz explores various aspects of pharmacy practices, including the abuse of nonprescription drugs, the role of pharmacists, and regulations surrounding prescription medications. Test your knowledge on drug classifications and the impacts of public perception on drug safety.
