1b Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is the difference between drug route and drug form?
Drug route refers to how the drug enters the body, while drug form refers to the shape/substance/material the drug is contained in.
List different routes a drug can take.
- Enteral
- Parenteral
- Transdermal
- Topical
- Inhalational
What is the primary focus of drug administration?
How the drug enters the body.
Define ‘Enteral’ route.
Anything related to the GI system.
Define ‘Parenteral’ route.
Anything outside the GI, typically injectable.
What is the purpose of transdermal drug delivery?
To achieve systemic effects through skin absorption.
What is topical drug delivery used for?
To achieve local effects through skin absorption.
What are the two types of inhaled drug forms?
- Gas
- Aerosol
How can inhaled drugs affect the body?
They can be absorbed through lung tissue into the bloodstream and reach systemic circulation.
True or False: Inhaled drugs can sometimes be swallowed into the GI tract.
True
What are some common drug forms?
- Tablets
- Capsules
- Elixirs
- Syrups
- Solutions
- Suspensions
- Gases
- Aerosols
- Patches
- Pastes
- Powders
- Lotions
- Suppositories
- Creams
- Plants
Fill in the blank: If a drug needs to work as fast as possible, the preferred route would likely be _______.
[IV or sublingual]
Which route is often chosen for its speed of action and tight dose control?
IV (Intravenous)
What factors influence the choice of drug route and form?
Speed of onset, target effects, convenience, and ease of use.
In critical care, what is a significant risk associated with IV based agents?
Acute onset of complications due to inappropriate dosing.
Why is it important to consider patient convenience when choosing drug routes?
It affects the likelihood that a patient will take or buy the drug.
What role do respiratory therapists (RTs) play in medication delivery?
They help patients with Asthma and/or COPD find the right drug.
What is the ideal route for delivering drugs?
The route that delivers drugs directly to the place where they need to work.
What is a critical consideration regarding drug administration?
Not all drugs can be given in all forms.
