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11 Lesson 11.1 Graphic Organizer

Safe Medication Use

In the graphic organizer below, write eight statements about strategies for using medications safely. As you read
Lesson 11.1, note any health benefits of safe medication usage not previously known.

Ask your doctor

about if and how
you should use
them.

Use OTC medicines Follow the

that have the instructions on
ingrdients needed. the medicine label
and packaging

Check expiration
Safe Don't give
dates on the
medicines and Medication medicines
intended for
labels
Use adults to children

Store your medicine Follow the

in a dry, cool area directions for the
away from children medicine using
apps
Tell your doctor or
pharmacist about
allergies and
reaction

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