« previous next »

Author Question: The bloodbrain barrier is a preventive barrier that prevents MOST ____________ medications from ... (Read 169 times)

ENagel

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 540
on: Jul 3, 2018
The bloodbrain barrier is a preventive barrier that prevents MOST ____________ medications from reaching the brain.
 
  a. Lipid-soluble
  b. Water-soluble
  c. Non-ionized, unbound
  d. Barbiturate

Question 2

_____-soluble vitamins (such as vitamins A, D, E, and K) can build up to toxic levels in the body if taken in excess.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


soda0602

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 313
Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b
Rationale: a. Lipid-soluble medications readily pass the bloodbrain barrier.
b. Water-soluble medications cannot permeate the bloodbrain barrier.
c. A non-ionized, unbound medication can pass the bloodbrain barrier.
d. A barbiturate is an example of a non-ionized, unbound drug.

Answer to Question 2

Fat


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

ENagel

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 540
Reply #2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Thank you


soda0602

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 313
Reply #3 on: Jul 3, 2018
No problemo


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.

Did you know?

The familiar sounds of your heart are made by the heart's valves as they open and close.

Did you know?

Human kidneys will clean about 1 million gallons of blood in an average lifetime.

Did you know?

Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

Did you know?

Your chance of developing a kidney stone is 1 in 10. In recent years, approximately 3.7 million people in the United States were diagnosed with a kidney disease.

Giraffe bending down to drink. The animal's rete mirabile prevents excess blood flow to the bra Giraffe bending down to drink. The animal's rete mirabile prevents excess blood flow to the bra
Nebulized medications can also be delivered through a mask. Nebulized medications can also be delivered through a mask.
The blood–brain barrier. The blood–brain barrier.
Alzheimer’s medications work by intensifying the effect of acetylcholine at the receptor. Alzheimer’s medications work by intensifying the effect of acetylcholine at the receptor.
Medications and Medical Conditions Associated with Anxiety Medications and Medical Conditions Associated with Anxiety
Place sheet or towel over area to be heated. Use sufficient heat barrier for the heat source used. ... Place sheet or towel over area to be heated. Use sufficient heat barrier for the heat source used. ...
Video: Sperm Formation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library