Pharmacology Administration Routes: IV vs Subcutaneous

Learn about the differences between Intravenous (IV) and Subcutaneous drug administration routes in pharmacology. Understand the appropriate substances to administer via these routes and the variations in dosing. This quiz covers essential concepts for nursing students.

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Which route is used to administer injectable drugs directly into the lungs in emergencies?

Respiratory route

Where do drugs distribute more rapidly according to the text?

Brain, liver, and kidney

Which barrier requires special consideration for drugs to pass through according to the text?

Blood-brain barrier

What happens when drugs bind reversibly to plasma proteins according to the text?

<p>They are sequestered in a non-diffusible form</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario can penicillin cross the blood-brain barrier according to the text?

<p>In neonates and children with undeveloped barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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