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saraeharris

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After receiving Nembutal PO at bedtime, a client is wide awake all night instead of going to sleep. What kind of adverse reaction to a drug does this situation represent?
 
  a. drug allergy c. idiosyncrasy
  b. drug tolerance d. toxic effect

Question 2

Which route of drug administration provides immediate bioavailability?
 
  a. intravenous c. rectal
  b. oral d. topical



connor417

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Answer to Question 1

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An idiosyncratic response is a very unpredictable response that may be an overresponse, underresponse, or an atypical response.

Answer to Question 2

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The intravenous route provides immediate bioavailability as it is administered directly into the vein.



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