A drug that inhibits the growth of bacteria is called

a. bacteriostatic.
b. bactericidal.
c. virucidal.
d. fungicidal.


ANS: A

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A) semi-conscious. B) responsive to verbal stimulation. C) lethargic. D) responsive to tactile stimulation.

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GM-CSF is considered a(n):

a. Early-acting cytokine b. Late-acting cytokine c. Lineage-specific cytokine d. Early-acting and multilineage cytokine

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The passage of the ____ went beyond the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1937 by adding a new condition to the sale of drugs within the United States.

A. Kefauver-Harris Act in 1962 B. Controlled Substance Act of 1970 C. Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970 D. Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906

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For measuring medications at home, it is important to understand that 1 tablespoon equals:

A. 2 teaspoons B. 1/2 cup C. 3 teaspoons D. 1 cup

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