Pharm-Ch. 3

Question 1

Blood Dyscrasia

Answer 1

bone marrow depression 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 Reactions

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

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Hypersensitivity

Answer 4

excessive responsiveness to either the primary or the secondary effects of a drug; may be caused by a pathological condition or, in the absence of one, by a particular patient’s individual response.

Question 5

Poisoning

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Stomatitis

Answer 6

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

Question 7

Superinfections

Answer 7

infections caused by the destruction of normal flora bacteria by certain drugs, which allow other bacteria to enter the body and cause infection; may occur during the course of antibiotic therapy.