Unit 4

Question 1

Four basic stages drugs pass through the body

Answer 1

1. Absorption
2. Distribution
3. Metabolism
4. Excretion

Question 2

_____________ is a process by which a drug passes from the site of administration into the fluids of the body that will carry it to the site(s) of action

Answer 2

Absorption

Question 3

What are the two primary groups of absorption routes

Answer 3

Gastrointestinal and parenteral

Question 4

____________ is the process of transporting a drug to the site of action

Answer 4

Distribution

Question 5

Distribution most often occurs through the what

Answer 5

Circulatory system in the blood or lymphatic fluid

Question 6

___________ is the process of breaking down a chemical to release energy or to use energy

Answer 6

Metabolism

Question 7

Where does drug metabolism most often occur

Answer 7

The liver

Question 8

Where can drug metabolism occur OTHER than the liver in smaller amounts

Answer 8

Kidneys, plasma, and intestinal mucosa

Question 9

When a drug has done it’s job, it is removed or excreted form the body usually by the kidneys. This is called what …

Answer 9

Excretion

Question 10

What are some factors that can antler the way medication action in the body

Answer 10

Body size, family traits, age, psychosocial issues, presence of disease, allergies, and tolerance to a drug