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hbsimmons88

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Which of the following substances would have the lowest rate of crossing renal tubular membranes, and would therefore be excreted in the urine?
 
  1. Lipid-soluble drugs
  2. Water
  3. Ionized drugs
  4. Non-ionized drugs

Question 2

Which organ is the most responsible for the first-pass effect?
 
  1. Bladder
  2. Kidneys
  3. Liver
  4. Stomach


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Mochi

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Ionized and water-soluble drugs are less likely to cross renal tubular walls, and will therefore be excreted.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: The first pass effect occurs in the liver.


hbsimmons88

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

abro1885

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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