What aspects of medication administration can be influenced by the expected half-life of the drug? Select all that apply
1. Dosage
2. Acid-base balance
3. Frequency of administration
4. Expected duration of drug in the body
5. Anticipated duration of targeted effects
Answer: 1, 3, 4, 5
Explanation: The expected half-life of a drug and its influence on achieving a steady state (when the amount of a drug being taken into the body equals the amount of the drug being eliminated) can influence decisions on dosage and frequency of administration. It can also provide information on the anticipated duration of targeted effects and the expected duration the drug remains in the body. Acid-base balance is not controlled by drug half-life.
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