Drug Distribution Rate Quiz
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Which factor influences the rate at which tissues take up drugs during distribution?

  • Composition of the drug
  • Size of the tissues
  • Perfusion rates of the tissues (correct)
  • Color of the tissues
  • What happens to the tissue/plasma concentration ratio as distribution proceeds?

  • It decreases
  • It increases (correct)
  • It fluctuates
  • It remains constant
  • Which group of tissues typically have extremely rapid drug uptake?

  • Heart, liver, and kidneys (correct)
  • Skin and cartilage
  • Muscles and bones
  • Lungs and brain
  • Why are compartments used in drug distribution models?

    <p>To group tissues with similar drug uptake rates together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean for a compartment to be homogeneous?

    <p>The drug concentration is uniform throughout the compartment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the number of compartments selected for a particular drug determined?

    <p>Based on the behavior of plasma concentrations observed over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of tissue/perfusion rates in drug distribution?

    <p>Tissues take up drugs at different rates based on their perfusion rates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the concept of tissue/plasma concentration ratio in drug distribution.

    <p>The tissue/plasma concentration ratio increases in each tissue until reaching equilibrium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the role of compartments in drug distribution models.

    <p>Compartments are imaginary units that consist of tissues with similar rates of drug uptake.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are well-perfused tissues like the heart, liver, and kidneys important in drug distribution?

    <p>Well-perfused tissues have extremely rapid drug uptake rates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the central compartment in drug distribution models?

    <p>The central compartment represents tissues with rapid and uniform drug distribution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the rate of drug uptake differ between well-perfused tissues and other tissues?

    <p>Well-perfused tissues have faster drug uptake compared to other tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain why some tissues exhibit extremely slow drug uptake during distribution.

    <p>Certain tissues may have slow drug uptake due to slow partitioning of the drug.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the number of compartments selected for a particular drug in distribution models?

    <p>The number of compartments is based on the behavior of plasma concentrations observed over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are compartments defined in drug distribution models?

    <p>Compartments consist of tissues that exhibit similar rates of drug uptake.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for drug concentrations to be uniform throughout a compartment?

    <p>Uniform drug concentrations within a compartment ensure homogeneity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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