Which of the following types of medication errors occurs when a patient does NOT take his or her medication as directed by the physician?

Wrong administration
Drug monitoring error
Improper storage error
Compliance error

Compliance error

Rationale: According to the ASHP, if a patient does not adhere to his or her prescribed regimen, it is referred to as a compliance error.

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Which of the following occurs during the onset of inspiration?

A) Intrathoracic pressure increases and venous return to the heart is impeded. B) Intrathoracic pressure increases and venous return to the heart is facilitated. C) Intrathoracic pressure decreases and venous return to the heart is impeded. D) Intrathoracic pressure decreases and venous return to the heart is facilitated.

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Prolonged stress can cause emotional problems as well as:

a. forgetfulness. b. diarrhea. c. heart palpations. d. depression.

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