The Major Difference in the Benzodiazepines Is

question 69

Multiple Choice

The major difference in the benzodiazepines is

• A) some may be given only by injection, while others are given by mouth
• B) all the benzodiazepines have short half-lives
• C) most benzodiazepines cannot be absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract
• D) the duration of action

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Definitions:

Hypoventilation

A state of insufficient ventilation leading to an increase in blood carbon dioxide levels, which can disrupt the body's acid-base balance.

Rebreathing

Rebreathing is the process of inhaling the air that has been exhaled, which can lead to an increase in carbon dioxide and a decrease in oxygen levels in the body.

Bicarbonate Ions

Chemical ions (HCO3-) that act as a major component of the blood's buffering system, helping to maintain the body's pH balance.

Carbonic Acid

A weak acid formed when carbon dioxide dissolves in water, playing a vital role in regulating pH in the blood.