How would a drug dose that is below the minimum effective concentration (MEC) affect a patient's response to the drug?
a. Drug entry exceeds drug elimination.
b. The intended response fails to occur.
c. The risk for toxic side effects is increased.
d. The drug's duration of action is longer than expected.
ANS: B
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