MFA Exit Exam • Set 7 Question 12 of 30
The ACTION of the drug refers to:
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Direct Answer
Option B: The expected effects.
The action of a drug refers to the desired therapeutic effect it is expected to produce in the body. This is the physiological change that the medication is intended to achieve to treat the patient's condition.
All Options
A
The harmful effects.
B
The expected effects.
(Correct Answer)
C
The side effects.
D
The method of administration.
Detailed Explanation & Context
The action of a drug refers to the desired therapeutic effect it is expected to produce in the body. This is the physiological change that the medication is intended to achieve to treat the patient's condition.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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