Which of the following would most accurately indicate that a therapeutic range for a medication had been reached?
1. No serious adverse effects are experienced following administration.
2. The indication for administration was achieved without serious side effects.
3. A pre-specified amount (in milligrams) was administered.
4. The medication was effective, but the patient experienced a lethal dysrhythmia.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: The therapeutic range of a drug is between the minimum effective concentration and the toxic concentration.
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