Rational Use of Drugs: WHO Conference 1985

What is a fundamental principle of rational drug use?

Considering the patient's suitability, efficacy, safety, and cost

Which of the following factors contributes to poor medicine management?

Complexity of the regimen

What is a common consequence of irrational drug use?

Harm to patients and waste of resources

What is a common issue with pharmaceutical dispensing practices in Primary Health Care (PHC) settings?

Substitution of prescribed drugs without consent Signup and view all the answers

What is a term used to describe a patient's conscious decision to deviate from their prescribed medication regimen?

Intentional non-compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of promoting rational drug use in healthcare settings?

Improved patient compliance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a physical limitation that can affect medicine management?

Dysphasia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of strategies to improve drug use?

Improving patient care quality Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of PHC patients receive injections, with a significant portion being medically unnecessary?

5-55% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of irrational prescribing?

Multiple prescribing Signup and view all the answers

What is a term used to describe the process of prescribing, dispensing, and patient use of drugs?

Drug utilization Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of irrational drug use?

Unnecessary exposure to side effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for intentional non-compliance among patients?

Self-medication with prescription drugs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consequence of irrational drug use?

Premature discontinuation of medication Signup and view all the answers

What is a common factor contributing to unintentional non-compliance?

Inability to read or understand instructions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of misuse of drugs?

Sharing of drugs prescribed for others Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of poor patient-physician interaction?

Unintentional non-compliance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of rational drug use?

Following the recommended dosage and regimen Signup and view all the answers