1.
You must have a doctor’s permission to buy over-the-counter medicine.
True
False
2.
Steve went to the doctor for a sore throat and was diagnosed with strep throat. The doctor gave him a prescription for an antibiotic. Now, Steve is feeling better, but his sister Michelle has a sore throat. Michelle wants to take the rest of Steve’s medicine instead of going to the doctor. This would be an example of
over-the-counter medicine.
medicine abuse.
topical medicine.
medicine misuse.
3.
Which of the following is NOT a basic purpose of medicine?
improving brain function
relieving pain
managing chronic conditions
fighting pathogens