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@Brianna17

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following affects drug distribution throughout the body?
 
  A) Presence of food in the gastrointestinal tract
  B) Increase in hepatic enzymes
  C) Protein binding
  D) High blood levels

Question 2

A hospital patient who is being treated for a urinary tract infection has developed a fever. The nurse has responded by administering a dose of acetaminophen. In what way does acetaminophen contribute to a reduction in fever?
 
  A) Acetaminophen inhibits the thermoregulatory function of the hypothalamus.
  B) Acetaminophen increases the production and release of interferons.
  C) Acetaminophen inhibits prostaglandin synthesis.
  D) Acetaminophen causes the lysis of fever-producing cells.


Ashley I

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

C

Answer to Question 2

C


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@Brianna17

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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