Imagine you're a detective like David, trying to solve the mystery of how drugs travel through the body. Which of the following is the correct definition of pharmacokinetics?
Pharmacology Exam 1 Practice Flashcard

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Drug movement through the body to reach sites of action, metabolism and excretion
Answer explanation
The correct definition of pharmacokinetics is the study of drug movement through the body to reach sites of action, metabolism, and excretion. This encompasses how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated.
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Imagine you're a detective like Jackson, solving the mystery of patient care! Which of the following describes the planning phase of the nursing process? Options: Carrying out of nursing interventions, Identifying outcomes and patient- focused goals, Gathering and analyzing data, Reassessing effects of interventions
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Identifying outcomes and patient- focused goals
Answer explanation
The planning phase of the nursing process involves identifying outcomes and patient-focused goals, which guides the subsequent actions and interventions to ensure effective patient care.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Oh no! Nurse Aria accidentally gave the wrong potion to a patient. What should be her first magical move?
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Check the patient's vital signs and level of consciousness (LOC)
Answer explanation
Nurse Aria's first step should be to check the patient's vital signs and level of consciousness (LOC) to assess the immediate impact of the wrong potion. This is crucial for determining the next appropriate actions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Avery the nurse is on a mission to administer medication to a client receiving enteral feedings. Which of the following medications should Avery question giving through a gastrointestinal (GI) tube? Oral liquid, Elixirs, Extended Release, Chewables
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Extended Release
Answer explanation
Extended release medications should not be given through a GI tube as they are designed to dissolve slowly over time, which can lead to improper dosing and potential complications in enteral feeding.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Imagine you're a superhero like Benjamin, Arjun, or Priya, tasked with the mission of safe medication administration! All of the following are your superhero checkpoints to perform the 3 safety checks, except one. Which one is it? Preparing to administer medication, Gathering medication, After medication administration, Before administering medication
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After medication administration
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'After medication administration' because the 3 safety checks occur before and during medication administration, not after. The checks ensure the right medication is given safely.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Where are most drugs metabolized in the body?
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Liver
Answer explanation
Most drugs are metabolized in the liver, which processes substances and helps detoxify the body. Other organs like the stomach, kidneys, and intestines play roles in digestion and excretion, but the liver is the primary site for drug metabolism.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Who approves new drugs in the United States?
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Answer explanation
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the agency responsible for approving new drugs in the United States, ensuring they are safe and effective for public use.
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