What would be a patient's response to a drug dose that is below the minimum effective concentration (MEC)?
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.
B
In order for a drug to produce its intended response, its blood levels must reach the MEC.
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