Which of the following is a disadvantage of pulmonary drug administration via nebulizer or metered dose inhaler?
A) It requires a larger dose than other routes.
B) It requires the patient to have adequate ventilation.
C) Pulmonary absorption is a slow route for drug administration.
D) Side effects are more likely with pulmonary drug administration.
Question 2
When getting a refusal from a patient who does not want the services of EMS, it is critical for the EMT to do which one of the following?
A) Make sure that the patient is under 65 years of age.
B) Have the patient sign and date the refusal form.
C) Make sure that the hospital is notified.
D) Make sure the patient has another way to get to the hospital.
) Intradermal drug administration: (d) the needle is removed and the puncture site is covered with
Frequency distribution curve: interpatient variability in drug response.
Drug tolerance: A shift in the dose-response curve to the right as a result of exposure to the drug.
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Routes of Drug Administration: Advantages and Disadvantages
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