Chapter 3: Toxic Effects of Drugs

Question 1

blood dyscrasia

Answer 1

bone marrow suppression caused by drug effects on the rapidly multiplying cells of the bone marrow; lower-than-normal levels of blood components can be seen

Question 2

dermatological reaction

Answer 2

skin reactions commonly seen as adverse effects of drugs; can range from simple rash to potentially fatal exfoliative dermatitis

Question 3

drug allergy or hypersensitivity

Answer 3

usually involves the formation of antibodies to a drug or drug-protein; causes an immune response when the person is next exposed to that drug

Question 4

poisoning

Answer 4

overdose of a drug that causes damage to multiple body systems and has the potential for fatal reactions

Question 5

stomatitis

Answer 5

inflammation of the mucous membranes related to drug effects; can lead to alterations in nutrition and dental problems

Question 6

superinfections

Answer 6

infections caused by the destruction of normal flora bacteria by certain drugs, which allow other bacteria to grow out of control and cause infection; may occur during antibiotic therapy