The Aging Process May Alter the Dynamic Processes That Drugs

question 13

Multiple Choice

The aging process may alter the dynamic processes that drugs undergo to produce therapeutic effects.Which of the following are terms that refer to these changes? Select all that apply.

• A)Pharmacodynamics
• B)Prophylaxis
• C)Pharmacology
• D)Pharmacokinetics
• E)Pharmacist

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Definitions:

Absolute Threshold

Absolute threshold is the minimum intensity of a stimulus that one can perceive 50% of the time, marking the boundary at which a stimulus becomes detectable to the senses.

Subliminal Threshold

The level below which a stimulus is not strong enough to be perceived or consciously noticed, yet may influence behavior or cognition.

Adaptation Threshold

The point at which a stimulus is of sufficient intensity to begin to produce an effect or be noticed.

Difference Threshold

The smallest amount of change needed in a stimulus for it to be detected as noticeably different from a reference stimulus.