Pharmacology: Factors Affecting Drug Response
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What is a factor that affects how an individual responds to a drug?

  • Occupation
  • Education
  • Age (correct)
  • Location

    • Why do different individuals respond differently to the same drug?

  • Because they have different health insurance plans
  • Because they are taking different medications
  • Because of individual factors such as genetics and body mass (correct)
  • Because they have different symptoms

    • What is a characteristic of many drugs?

  • They are prescribed for more than one disease (correct)
  • They are only prescribed for women
  • They are only prescribed for children
  • They are only prescribed for one disease

    • Why is pharmacology challenging?

    <p>Because drugs are always changing and have different effects on different individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an individual factor that can influence how a person responds to a medication?

    <p>Health status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of pharmacology in the nursing profession?

    <p>It is essential for nurses in all settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is most often directly involved in patient care?

    <p>Nurses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the study of pharmacology like?

    <p>It is a gradual process that continues throughout life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do nurses apply their knowledge of pharmacology?

    <p>In clinics, hospitals, and home care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who needs to study pharmacology?

    <p>Nurses in all settings, including students and teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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