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  • herbal supplements come from natural substances an
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, Portage NURS 251 Pharmacology Test
2 – With Complete Solutions (100%
Correct)
1. Define the following terms: Alternative medicine, complementary medicine, dietary
supplement, and herbal medicine. - ANSWER - Alternative medicine- herbal
medicine, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, reflexology, and any other therapies
traditionally not emphasized in Western medical schools.

Complementary medicine- alternative medicine when used simultaneously with,
rather than instead of, standard Western medicine.

Dietary supplement - a product that contains an ingredient intended to supplement
the diet, including vitamins, minerals, herbs, or other botanicals.

Herbal medicine- the practice of using herbs (plant components including bark, roots,
leave, seeds, flowers, fruit of trees, and extracts of these plants) to heal

2. List three qualities that would make a medication appropriate for OTC status: -
ANSWER - any three of the following-
Consumer must be able to:
· Diagnose the condition
· Monitor effectiveness
· Benefits of correct use are greater than the risks

Drugs Must have:
· Favorable adverse events profile
· Limited interactions with other drugs
· Low potential for abuse
· High Therapeutic Index

Drugs must be:
· Easy to use
· Easy to monitor

3. Describe the difference in regulation or oversight of an OTC medication and a
typical dietary supplement: - ANSWER - The main difference regarding the
regulation of dietary supplements and herbal supplements compared to prescription
and OTC medication is that they have no requirement to show proof of efficacy.

4. Match the cough and cold medication to its specific use

1. Guaifenesin
2. Phenylephrine
3. Dextromethorphan
4. Diphenhydramine

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