6 Questions
Which of the following is the definition of pharmacology?
The study of drugs and their interactions with living systems
What is the primary purpose of nursing pharmacology?
To understand drugs
What is the therapeutic objective of drug therapy?
To provide maximum benefit with minimal harm
What is the definition of therapeutics?
The use of drugs to diagnose, prevent, or treat diseases or to prevent pregnancy
What is the property of an ideal drug defined as one that elicits only the response for which it is given?
Selectivity
What is the ultimate concern of nurses when administering a drug?
The intensity of the response
Test your knowledge on the fundamental terms in pharmacology with this quiz on Orientation to Pharmacology. From drugs to the study of their interactions with living systems, this quiz covers the basics of pharmacology. Challenge yourself to identify key terms, such as clinical pharmacology and therapeutics, and enhance your understanding of the field.
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