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What is the primary purpose of IV bolus administration in pharmacokinetics?
What is the primary purpose of IV bolus administration in pharmacokinetics?
- To allow the drug to interact with other medications
- To limit the peak concentration of the drug in plasma
- To achieve rapid drug delivery to the bloodstream (correct)
- To ensure sustained release of medication over time
Which factor does NOT significantly impact the pharmacokinetics of drugs administered via IV bolus?
Which factor does NOT significantly impact the pharmacokinetics of drugs administered via IV bolus?
- The patient's metabolic rate
- The volume of distribution
- The color of the intravenous fluid (correct)
- The rate of infusion
Which statement reflects a common misconception about IV bolus pharmacokinetics?
Which statement reflects a common misconception about IV bolus pharmacokinetics?
- All drugs can be safely administered via IV bolus regardless of their properties. (correct)
- IV bolus administration eliminates the need for dose adjustments.
- IV bolus administration always results in a higher peak concentration than other routes.
- Pharmacokinetics of a drug can vary significantly between individuals.
In the context of IV bolus, which variable is crucial for determining the clearance of a drug from the body?
In the context of IV bolus, which variable is crucial for determining the clearance of a drug from the body?
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What potential risk is associated with IV bolus injection?
What potential risk is associated with IV bolus injection?
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