Author Question: Which of the following factors is NOT a component of pharmacokinetics? a. Absorption b. ... (Read 49 times)

Destiiny22 · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

Which of the following factors is NOT a component of pharmacokinetics?

a. Absorption
b. Distribution
c. Biotransformation
d. Binding

Question 2

______________________ is an antidote for benzodiazepine overdose and should be available when benzodiazepines are used.

a. Flumazenil (Romazicon)
b. Naloxone (Narcan)
c. Sodium bicarbonate
d. Dextrose 50 (D50)

CourtneyCNorton · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 3, 2018

Answer to Question 1

d
Rationale: a. Explains the movement of a medication into the system.
b. Distribution is how the medication travels to target tissues or organs.
c. Biotransformation is how a medication is broken down in the system.
d. Binding is a component of pharmacodynamics.

Answer to Question 2

a
Rationale: a. Correct.
b. Naloxone is a narcotic antagonist.
c. Sodium bicarbonate is an alkalinizing agent and is useful in barbiturate overdose.
d. Dextrose 50 is used for hypoglycemia.