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1
In the metric system, the amount follows the unit, whereas in the apothecaries' system, the amount precedes the unit.
A)True
B)False
2
The only household units of measurement that are used to measure drugs are units of volume.
A)True
B)False
3
Allergy shots must be administered intramuscularly.
A)True
B)False
4
Oral drugs produce a therapeutic effect more quickly than buccal and sublingual drugs.
A)True
B)False
5
Injection is the most common method of drug administration in a medical office.
A)True
B)False
6
Use an 18-gauge needle when giving an injection to a pediatric patient.
A)True
B)False
7
Select a reasonably hair-free site for a transdermal patch.
A)True
B)False
8
Drugs used to treat constipation, nausea, and vomiting may be administered by the rectal route in the form of suppositories or enemas and may produce local or systemic effects.
A)True
B)False
9
Polypharmacy refers to taking several drugs at once.
A)True
B)False
10
A transdermal drug is administered by means of a patch.
A)True
B)False





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