A Laboratory Result Indicates the Peak Level for a Drug

question 27

Multiple Choice

A laboratory result indicates the peak level for a drug is above the minimum toxic concentration.This means that the:

• A) Concentration will produce therapeutic effects
• B) Concentration will produce an adverse response
• C) Time between doses must be shortened
• D) Duration of action of the drug is too long

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Definitions:

Muscle Cells

Specialized cells capable of contracting and relaxing, contributing to movement and support in the body.

Aerobic Respiration

A metabolic process of energy production in cells involving oxygen to break down food molecules and produce ATP.

ATP

Adenosine Triphosphate; a nucleotide that serves as the primary energy carrier in all living organisms, driving many biological processes.

Energy Stored

The potential energy held by an object, substance, or system due to its position or state, which can be converted into work.