Side effects are generally predictable, and their intensity is:
A) dose dependent
B) based on the patient's age
C) based on preexisting conditions
D) based on gender
A) dose dependent
Side effects are generally predictable, and their intensity is dose dependent. They are peripheral or secondary effects caused by drugs and other agents. Some side effects develop soon after drug use begins, whereas others may not appear until a drug has been taken for weeks or months.
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A) central venous B) systolic C) diastolic D) mean arterial
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A. improve AV conduction. B. reduce ventricular irritability. C. dilate coronary arteries. D. slow the heart rate.
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a. redness b. pain c. swelling d. infection
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).