Which of the Following Is the Process of Converting a Drug

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the process of converting a drug from its dose form, such as a tablet or capsule, into a form the body can use?

• A) Metabolism
• B) Excretion
• C) Elimination
• D) Absorption
• E) Administration

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Definitions:

Oligodendrocyte

A type of glial cell in the central nervous system that produces the myelin sheath, essential for the insulation and efficient transmission of neural impulses.

Astrocyte

A type of glial cell in the brain and spinal cord that provides support and nutrition, maintains the extracellular ionic balance, and participates in the repair and scarring process of the brain and spinal cord following traumatic injuries.

Axon Terminals

The distal terminations of the branches of an axon, responsible for releasing neurotransmitters to transmit signals to other neurons or muscles.

Nerve Impulse Conduction

The process by which nerve cells (neurons) transmit electrical signals along their axons to communicate with other neurons or muscles.