Chapter 11
Medicines and Drugs Drug Facts, Behavior, and Attitudes
Here is a checklist about drug facts, behavior, and attitudes. Select
always
,
sometimes
, or
never
for each statement. After completing the inventory, click on the
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button to display a printable version of your answers and to find out your score.
1.
I understand the differences between types of drugs.
a always
b sometimes
c never
2.
I use over-the-counter drugs only when necessary.
a always
b sometimes
c never
3.
I use only one medicine at a time, unless otherwise instructed by my doctor.
a always
b sometimes
c never
4.
I avoid all illegal drugs.
a always
b sometimes
c never
5.
If I am not sure how to use a medication, I ask my parent, my doctor, or the pharmacist.
a always
b sometimes
c never
6.
I read the information and follow directions carefully when I take medicine.
a always
b sometimes
c never
7.
I avoid sharing anyone else's prescription medicine.
a always
b sometimes
c never
8.
I keep medicines safely sealed in childproof containers and keep them out of the reach of children.
a always
b sometimes
c never
9.
I avoid people who use illegal drugs.
a always
b sometimes
c never
10.
I throw out medications that have reached their expiration dates.
a always
b sometimes
c never
11.
I ask my doctor for information about any drug that he or she prescribes for me.
a always
b sometimes
c never
12.
I have many reasons for saying no to drugs.
a always
b sometimes
c never
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