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Why do females generally need smaller doses of drugs compared to males?
Why do females generally need smaller doses of drugs compared to males?
- Females have more fat and less microsomal enzymes, leading to more protein binding (correct)
- Females have a higher concentration of neurotransmitters, leading to quicker drug absorption
- Females have lower protein binding capacity and higher microsomal enzymes, leading to faster drug clearance
- Females have more muscle and higher microsomal enzymes, leading to faster drug metabolism
Which hormones are primarily limited to specific sexes?
Which hormones are primarily limited to specific sexes?
- Estrogens for males and androgens for females
- Androgens for males and estrogens for females (correct)
- Progesterone for males and estrogens for females
- Testosterone for females and estrogens for males
Which type of drugs may be contraindicated in females?
Which type of drugs may be contraindicated in females?
- Antibiotics
- Purgatives (correct)
- Antihistamines
- Antidepressants
Which of the following is NOT a reversible effect of general anesthetics?
Which of the following is NOT a reversible effect of general anesthetics?
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How are general anesthetics primarily administered?
How are general anesthetics primarily administered?
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What distinguishes general anesthetics from sedatives?
What distinguishes general anesthetics from sedatives?
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What property do all general anesthetics share?
What property do all general anesthetics share?
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What is the primary function of general anesthetics?
What is the primary function of general anesthetics?
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