When one drug increases or prolongs the effect of another drug, this is known as

synergism
addition
antagonism
potentiation


potentiation

Rationale: Potentiation occurs when one drug increases or prolongs the effect of another drug. The total effect is greater than the sum of the effects of each drug alone.

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You are responding to a home for injuries resulting from a domestic altercation. In preparation for patient contact, what would you tell your partner?

A) "Stand above the patient to achieve a stature of dominance." B) "Let's go in and assess the situation, and then come up with a plan." C) "Always keep the patient in front of you and your eyes on the door." D) "Do not let the patient get between you and the door."

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At the physical level, devices such as keyboards, computers, printers, and network devices are collectively known as ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What is meant by payment floor?

What will be an ideal response?

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