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What is a factor that negatively impacts the bioavailability of a drug?
What is a factor that negatively impacts the bioavailability of a drug?
- High lipid solubility
- Increased gastric emptying rate
- Administration of an antidote
- Poor health of the gastrointestinal tract (correct)
Which administration route is primarily associated with increased lipid solubility enhancing drug absorption?
Which administration route is primarily associated with increased lipid solubility enhancing drug absorption?
- Inhalation
- Intravenous
- Dermal
- Oral (correct)
What does increased protein binding indicate regarding drug distribution?
What does increased protein binding indicate regarding drug distribution?
- Decreased extent of distribution (correct)
- Increased extent of distribution
- No change in drug effects
- Fast elimination from circulation
What is one characteristic of irreversible toxic effects?
What is one characteristic of irreversible toxic effects?
Which factor directly increases the absorption of a drug via dermal route?
Which factor directly increases the absorption of a drug via dermal route?
Which medication is associated with teeth discoloration and bone problems?
Which medication is associated with teeth discoloration and bone problems?
What condition is associated with ACE inhibitors in terms of effects on offspring?
What condition is associated with ACE inhibitors in terms of effects on offspring?
Which of the following is a consequence of using Diethylstilbestrol (DES) during pregnancy?
Which of the following is a consequence of using Diethylstilbestrol (DES) during pregnancy?
What should be prioritized during the primary survey of a patient?
What should be prioritized during the primary survey of a patient?
Which positioning technique is recommended for optimizing a patient's airway?
Which positioning technique is recommended for optimizing a patient's airway?
What type of malformation is associated with Phenytoin exposure?
What type of malformation is associated with Phenytoin exposure?
Which substance is known to cause Ebstein's Anomaly?
Which substance is known to cause Ebstein's Anomaly?
Which type of toxicity involves a decision-making process based on mechanistic and descriptive information?
Which type of toxicity involves a decision-making process based on mechanistic and descriptive information?
What type of birth defect can result from exposure to Valproic Acid?
What type of birth defect can result from exposure to Valproic Acid?
Which condition is NOT typically linked to Tetracycline exposure?
Which condition is NOT typically linked to Tetracycline exposure?
Which duration of toxicity refers to a dose exposure of less than 1 month?
Which duration of toxicity refers to a dose exposure of less than 1 month?
What is one of the effects of exposure to Diethylstilbestrol?
What is one of the effects of exposure to Diethylstilbestrol?
Which specialized area of toxicology concerns the study of adverse effects in humans from accidental overdoses?
Which specialized area of toxicology concerns the study of adverse effects in humans from accidental overdoses?
What is the primary action of dispositional tolerance?
What is the primary action of dispositional tolerance?
Which of the following substances can trigger G6PD deficiency reactions?
Which of the following substances can trigger G6PD deficiency reactions?
What is the normal range for oxygen saturation according to pulse oximetry?
What is the normal range for oxygen saturation according to pulse oximetry?
What should be done if a patient's oxygen saturation drops below normal levels?
What should be done if a patient's oxygen saturation drops below normal levels?
Which condition is specifically associated with Pseudocholinesterase deficiency?
Which condition is specifically associated with Pseudocholinesterase deficiency?
What is a common major pathophysiologic mechanism caused by toxic substances?
What is a common major pathophysiologic mechanism caused by toxic substances?
What is the relationship between dose and toxicity as described?
What is the relationship between dose and toxicity as described?
Which of the following effects is associated with sympathomimetic toxicity?
Which of the following effects is associated with sympathomimetic toxicity?
What type of drug is considered teratogenic according to the content?
What type of drug is considered teratogenic according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT an effect classified under the acronym DUMBBELS?
Which of the following is NOT an effect classified under the acronym DUMBBELS?
What does the term 'toxin' refer to?
What does the term 'toxin' refer to?
Which category reflects a situation where the benefit outweighs the risk during pregnancy?
Which category reflects a situation where the benefit outweighs the risk during pregnancy?
Which physiological effect is attributed to excessive sympathomimetic action?
Which physiological effect is attributed to excessive sympathomimetic action?
What does the term 'risk' refer to in the context of toxicology?
What does the term 'risk' refer to in the context of toxicology?
Which of the following would be considered an adverse effect rather than a side effect?
Which of the following would be considered an adverse effect rather than a side effect?
What effect does toxic exposure have on respiratory function?
What effect does toxic exposure have on respiratory function?
Which of the following symptoms is a sign of parasympathomimetic toxicity?
Which of the following symptoms is a sign of parasympathomimetic toxicity?
What is the primary focus of clinical toxicology?
What is the primary focus of clinical toxicology?
Which of the following describes an immune-mediated adverse effect?
Which of the following describes an immune-mediated adverse effect?
How can toxin exposure affect cellular oxygen transport?
How can toxin exposure affect cellular oxygen transport?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Clinical Toxicology
- Examines the impact of poisons on human health and the environment, including their mechanisms and management strategies.
- Nerve excitability leads to CNS stimulation, potentially causing seizures and brain damage.
- Loss of airway protective reflexes results in respiratory depression due to CNS depression.
Definitions
- Toxicology: Study of poisons, their actions, and management.
- Poison: Substance that can cause physical injury or death.
- Sola dosis facit venenum: Latin phrase meaning "the dose makes the poison."
- Toxins: Natural poisons; Toxicants: Man-made poisons.
Adverse Effects
- Side Effects: Related to therapeutic use.
- Adverse Effects: Toxic or harmful reactions.
- Types include immune-mediated hypersensitivity, receptor-related idiosyncrasies, and teratogenicity.
FDA Pregnancy Categories
- Category A: Not shown to be risky in human studies.
- Category B: Animal studies show no risk; no human studies.
- Category C: Risk cannot be ruled out; animal studies show risk.
- Category D: Evidence of risk, but benefits may outweigh it.
- Category E/X: Risks outweigh benefits.
Teratogenic Drugs
- ACE inhibitors: Linked to renal dysgenesis.
- Alcohol: Causes fetal alcohol syndrome with facial anomalies and growth retardation.
- Carbamazepine: Associated with neural tube defects.
- Phenytoin: Known to cause fetal hydantoin syndrome.
Areas of Toxicology
- Mechanistic: Investigates how toxins cause harm.
- Descriptive: Involves assessing direct toxicity.
- Regulatory: Focuses on decision-making based on toxicological information.
Specialized Areas of Toxicology
- Clinical Toxicology: Deals with human exposure, particularly from overdoses.
- Environmental Toxicology: Examines chemicals' impacts on ecosystems.
- Forensic Toxicology: Involves legal aspects of poisoning cases.
Toxicokinetics
- Absorption: The extent drugs enter systemic circulation; influenced by drug properties and gastric emptying rate.
- Distribution: Volume of distribution (Vd) affects drug concentration in tissues; protein binding plays a role.
- Elimination: Influenced by factors such as metabolic rates and the health status of organs.
Factors Influencing Poison Effects
- Route of Exposure:
- Oral: Most common route; affected by gastric emptying.
- Dermal: Lipid soluble compounds cause increased damage.
- Age: Geriatric patients may have altered drug metabolism and distribution.
Primary Survey in Toxicology
- Airway Management: Clear obstructions; position head and neck appropriately.
- Breathing Assessment: Monitor oxygen saturation; supplemental oxygen if necessary.
- Circulatory Evaluation: Assess pulse rate and treat abnormalities.
Immediate versus Delayed Effects
- Immediate: Effects observed shortly after exposure.
- Delayed: Symptoms arise after some time, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
Reversible vs. Irreversible Effects
- Reversible: Can be treated with antidotes.
- Irreversible: Lead to permanent damage or long-term health risks.
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