Drug ____ is the taking of a drug for a purpose or by a person other than that for which or whom it was intended.
A) abuse
B) misuse
C) diversion
D) risk
E) transfer

Question

Drug ____ is the taking of a drug for a purpose or by a person other than that for which or whom it was intended. 
A) ​abuse 
B) ​misuse 
C) ​diversion 
D) ​risk 
E) ​transfer

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Misuse refers to taking a drug in a way that is not intended, such as taking too much or taking it for a different purpose than prescribed. Abuse refers to the excessive, chronic, or harmful use of a drug. Diversion refers to the illegal distribution or selling of prescription drugs. Risk and transfer are not relevant to the definition of drug misuse.

Drug ____ Is the Taking of a Drug for a Purpose