Drug Dose Calculation Quiz

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What is the definition of a single dose?

The amount taken at one time

What is the usual adult dose?

The amount that ordinarily produces the medicinal effect intended in the adult patient

What is the total dose?

The amount taken during the course of therapy

What is a loading dose used for?

<p>To achieve the desired drug blood level rapidly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is dosage regimen?

<p>The schedule of dosing (e.g., four times per day for 10 days)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dose refers to the amount taken at one time?

<p>Single dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a loading dose?

<p>A larger-than-usual initial dose to achieve the desired blood drug level</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the usual adult dose refer to?

<p>The amount ordinarily producing the medicinal effect intended in the adult patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dose refers to the amount taken during the course of therapy?

<p>Total dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does dosage regimen refer to?

<p>The schedule of dosing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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