Resistance to a Drug's Effects Developed Over Time as the Body

question 21

Multiple Choice

Resistance to a drug's effects developed over time as the body adapts to the repeated administration of a chemical compound is called:

• A) Minimization
• B) Denial
• C) Tolerance
• D) Dependence

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Definitions:

Karvonen Technique

A method to calculate the target heart rate for physical exercise based on the individual's resting heart rate and maximum heart rate.

Nucleus

The nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle within a cell that contains the genetic material (DNA).

Axon

A long fiber that extends from a neuron and transmits electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body.

Myelin Sheath

A protective covering made of fatty substances that surrounds the axons of many nerve cells, aiding in the speedy transmission of electrical signals.