Morphine has to be injected because it has a high first-pass metabolism
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
T: Drugs that have a high first-pass effect are biotransformed in the liver with less of the drug being available to get to the site of drug action.
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Which of the following best describes the finding of tracheal shift in the trauma patient?
A) Its absence rules out tension pneumothorax. B) It is the earliest sign of tension pneumothorax. C) It is a rare finding in patients with tension pneumothorax. D) It is a contraindication to needle thoracostomy in tension pneumothorax.
How many antigens are in the Cartwright blood group system?
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
Immediate care of a stitch in the side demands relaxation of the spasm, for which two methods have proved beneficial. Identify one of these methods.
A. Athletes are instructed to stretch their arms on the affected side as high as possible. B. Athletes are made to lie on their side and then ice and an elastic compression wrap are applied. C. Athletes are instructed to lie in a supine position with the arms at the sides and the abdominal muscles relaxed. D. Athletes are placed on their sides and instructed to flex their thighs to their chest.
Among the most misused gastrointestinal drugs are:
A) emetics B) stool softeners C) laxatives D) adsorbents