5 Questions
Which of the following is a reason for using the rectal route for drug administration?
Patient is unconscious and unable to use the oral route
What is an advantage of rectal administration over oral and parenteral routes?
Avoidance of first pass metabolism
What is a drawback of the rectal route for drug administration?
Slow and incomplete absorption
In which condition is rectal administration particularly suitable?
Patient suffering from severe vomiting
What is a challenge associated with large scale production of suppositories for rectal administration?
Problems with large scale production of suppositories and achievement of a suitable shelf life.
Learn about the rectal route for drug administration, including when it is used and its advantages. This quiz covers reasons for using the rectal route, such as when the patient is unable to take drugs orally or when the drug is less suited for the oral route.
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