Bioavailability of a drug can be affected by many factors. Which factor does not affect the bioavailability of a drug?
1. Inert ingredients
2. Rate of absorption
3. Safety margin
4. Tablet compression
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Inert ingredients can affect the bioavailability of a drug.
Rationale 2: Rate of absorption can affect the bioavailability of a drug.
Rationale 3: Safety margin will not affect the bioavailability of a drug.
Rationale 4: Tablet compression can affect the bioavailability of a drug.
Global Rationale: Safety margin will not affect the bioavailability of a drug. Inert ingredients, the safety margin, and the tablet compression can all affect the bioavailability of a drug.
You might also like to view...
A parent states, "My 7-year-old really wants a dog. His 10-year-old brother has allergies to animal dander. I don't know what to do." What type of pet should the nurse suggest as the best choice?
a. A small breed of dog because the large dogs produce more allergens b. An older unneutered dog that produces fewer allergens than a younger one c. A cat because it requires less care and is less allergenic d. A poodle, which does not shed, making it a good choice for people with allergies
A nurse manager has just posted the membership list for a newly formed quality management task force. Which statement, overheard by the manager, indicates the most potential for problems on the team?
1. "I'm glad I didn't get chosen for this task force. I'm so busy with my kids right now." 2. "I was on one of these teams at my last hospital." 3. "This is certainly an interesting choice of people to put together." 4. "She is such a good nurse; I hope she doesn't work herself too hard."
When taking the history of a child hospitalized with Reye syndrome, the nurse should not be surprised if a week ago the child had recovered from what?
a. Measles b. Influenza c. Meningitis d. Hepatitis
A collection of individuals who have in common one or more personal or environmental characteristics is a definition of a/an
1. Community 2. Group 3. Family 4. Aggregate