Question

1. why should unused medications be disposed of properly?

a. to avoid clutter
b. to ensure the medication expires naturally
c. to prevent misuse by others
d. to save space in your home

Explanation:

• Option a: Avoiding clutter is a minor, non - safety - related reason. Proper medication disposal is mainly about safety, not just organization.
• Option b: Letting medication expire naturally is not a valid reason for disposal. Expired medication can be harmful, and proper disposal is about getting rid of it, not letting it expire in storage.
• Option c: Unused medications, if not disposed of properly, can be accessed by others (like children, or people with substance abuse issues) and misused. This is a major safety concern related to proper medication disposal.
• Option d: Saving space is a very trivial reason compared to the safety aspect of preventing misuse.

Answer:

c. To prevent misuse by others