Which statement describes a loading dose of medication?
A) The first dose given to establish a minimum blood level.
B) The smallest amount of drug necessary to achieve a therapeutic effect.
C) The largest amount that can be given safely without toxic effect.
D) The therapeutic dose for the client.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A loading dose of medication is the first dose given to quickly achieve the minimum effective concentration in the bloodstream. This is often higher than subsequent doses and is used to establish a therapeutic level of the drug more rapidly.

Which Statement Describes a Loading Dose of Medication