Principles of Rational Prescribing Quiz

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What is the first step in the process of rational prescribing?

Specify therapeutic objective

In prescribing practice, what can poor prescribing habits lead to?

Ineffective and unsafe treatment

What is recommended for a 10-year-old child complaining of itching epiphora suggestive of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis?

Identify allergens and avoid if possible. Antihistamine or mast-cell stabilizer eye drops

What demographic variation should be considered in prescribing practice?

<p>Young, elderly, and other 'at risk' groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the training of healthcare professionals place a greater emphasis on?

<p>Diagnostic rather than therapeutic skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

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