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Question

Which of the following is a guideline for taking medication safely?

Keep medication as long as possible.

You do not need to tell your healthcare provider about the vitamins and over the counter medications you take.

Take prescription medication only until you start to feel better.

Keep all medications out of reach of young children.

Answer 1

The correct guideline for taking medication safely is:

Keep all medications out of reach of young children.

This is an important safety measure to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose. The other options listed are not safe guidelines for medication management.