Nurs 251 Pharmacology Study Guide Graded A+

Distribution {Ans: transport of a drug by the blood stream to the drugs site of action}Onset {Ans: time required for the drug to elicit a therapeutic response}indications of antihistamines {Ans: nasal allergies, allergic rhinitis, typical symptoms of common cold, allergic reactions, motion sickness, parkinsons, disease, vertigo, sometimes as sleep aids.}Generic drug name {Ans: official, nonproprietary name for the drug}Affinity {Ans: the degree to which a drug attaches and binds with a receptor}Adverse Effects of Insulin {Ans: hypoglycemia, tachycardia, palpitations, headache, lethargy, tremors, blurred vision, dry mouth, hunger *fight or flight}