Match the terms with their correct descriptions/definitions.
-Instrument for introducing or withdrawing fluids from the body
A)pharmacokinetics
B)pharmacology
C)Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR)
D)Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
E)receptor
F)rectal administration
G)side effect
H)sublingual administration
I)synergism
J)syringe

Question

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A syringe is an instrument for introducing or withdrawing fluids from the body.

Answer: B
 Pharmacology is the study of drugs and their effects on living organisms.

Answer: C
 Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR) is a reference book that provides information on prescription drugs, including their indications, contraindications, and side effects.

Answer: D
 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is an agency of the U.S. government that is responsible for regulating food, drugs, and medical devices.

Answer: E
 A receptor is a protein molecule in a cell membrane that binds to a specific substance and initiates a physiological response.

Answer: F
 Rectal administration is a route of drug administration in which a drug is inserted into the rectum.

Answer: G
 A side effect is an unintended and often undesirable effect of a drug.

Answer: H
 Sublingual administration is a route of drug administration in which a drug is placed under the tongue.

Answer: I
 Synergism is a phenomenon in which the combined effect of two or more drugs is greater than the sum of their individual effects.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Descriptions/definitions