Chapter 4 Definitions SLO 1.1

Question 1

Active transport

Answer 1

The active (energy-requiring) movement of a substance between different tissues via pumping mechanisms contained within cell membranes. (p. 48)

Question 2

Culture

Answer 2

The customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group. (p. 55)

Question 3

Diffusion

Answer 3

The passive movement of a substance (e.g., a drug) between different tissues, from areas of higher concentration to areas of lower concentration. (Compare with active transport.) (p. 48)

Question 4

Neonate

Answer 4

A person younger than 1 month of age; newborn infant. (p. 49)

Question 5

Nomogram

Answer 5

A graphical tool for estimating drug dosages using various body measurements. (p. 50)

Question 6

Older adult

Answer 6

A person who is 65 years of age or older. (Note: Some sources consider older adults to be 50 to 55 years of age or older.) (p. 50)

Question 7

Pediatric

Answer 7

Pertaining to a person who is 18 years of age or younger. (Note: Some sources consider pediatric to be 12 years of age or younger.) (p. 49)

Question 8

Polypharmacy

Answer 8

The use of many different drugs concurrently in treating a patient, often one who has several health problems. (p. 52)

Question 9

Race

Answer 9

Descendants of a common ancestor; a tribe, family, or people believed to belong to the same lineage. (p. 55)