An Example of a Drug That Is Applied Topically but Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

An example of a drug that is applied topically but is intended for systemic absorption into the body is

• A) hydrocortisone
• B) nitroglycerin
• C) benzocaine
• D) diphenhydramine

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Definitions:

Earnings Per Share

A financial metric that divides a company’s net income by the number of outstanding shares, indicating the profit earned per share of stock.

Price-Earnings Ratio

A financial indicator that evaluates the relationship between a company’s current stock price and its earnings per share.

Market Price

The current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a market.

Dividend Payout Ratio

The proportion of earnings paid out as dividends to shareholders, expressed as a percentage of the company's net income.