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Which of the following variables is a factor in drug absorption?
 
  1. The smaller the surface area for absorption, the more rapidly the drug is absorbed.
  2. A rich blood supply to the area of absorption leads to better absorption.
  3. The less soluble the drug, the more easily it is absorbed.
  4. Ionized drugs are easily absorbed across the cell membrane.

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Which of the following substances is the most likely to be absorbed in the intestines rather than in the stomach?
 
  1. Sodium bicarbonate
  2. Ascorbic acid
  3. Salicylic acid
  4. Glucose


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
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