Asked by Femina Asmani on May 26, 2024

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Aimee is taking a prescription drug to control her back pain.She finds that when she takes the drug,she experiences some short-term drowsiness and nausea.What type of drug has Aimee's physician prescribed

A)  narcotic 
B)  stimulant 
C)  hallucinogen 
D)  sedative

Short-Term Drowsiness

A temporary state of feeling sleepy or lethargic, often resulting from inadequate sleep, boredom, or certain medications.

Prescription Drug

Medication that legally requires a medical prescription to be dispensed.

Back Pain

A common physical ailment involving discomfort or pain in the lower, middle, or upper back, possibly stemming from muscular, skeletal, or neurological causes.

  • Identify the therapeutic uses and adverse reactions of prescription medications.
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Sandy IbrahimMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Narcotics are often prescribed for pain relief but can cause side effects such as drowsiness and nausea, which matches Aimee's experience.