Rectal Drug Administration
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Which of the following is a reason for using the rectal route for drug administration?

  • The patient has a strong digestive system
  • Patient prefers rectal administration over other routes
  • The drug has a pleasant taste and is suitable for oral route
  • Patient is unconscious and unable to use the oral route (correct)
  • What is an advantage of rectal administration over oral and parenteral routes?

  • Avoidance of first pass metabolism (correct)
  • Increased drug degradation in stomach
  • Faster and complete absorption
  • Reduced systemic toxicity
  • What is a drawback of the rectal route for drug administration?

  • Minimal risk of prostatitis development
  • Consistent drug absorption across different individuals
  • High patient compliance
  • Slow and incomplete absorption (correct)
  • In which condition is rectal administration particularly suitable?

    <p>Patient suffering from severe vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge associated with large scale production of suppositories for rectal administration?

    <p>Problems with large scale production of suppositories and achievement of a suitable shelf life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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