Overview of Pharmocologic Principles Flashcards
1
Q
Pharmacokinetics is the ________.
A
change in plasma concentration over time
2
Q
Pharmacology is the study of _________.
A
the interaction of chemical substances with biological systems
3
Q
What is MEC?
A
MEC is the minimum effective concentration.
4
Q
Steady state is the condition in which _______.
A
rate of drug elimination (excretion/metabolism) = rate of drug intake (dosing)
5
Q
Enteral means _____ and parenteral means _____.
A
administered within the GI tract; administered outside the GI tract
6
Q
Oral mucosa drains into the ______, thus ensuring _______.
A
superior vena cava; high bioavailability and fast rate
