The nurse is explaining the pharmacokinetics of a drug being administered to a client. What is meant by the term "pharmakokinetics?"
A) Route of administration
B) Actions of drugs
C) Treatment of overdoses
D) Dosages of drugs
B
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Pharmacokinetics refers to the actions of drugs. The route of administration refers to the route or method by which a medication is administered. Treatment of overdoses and dosages of drugs are separate but related concepts.
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