Question

a nurse is caring for a client who was prescribed an antidepressant based on its ability to prevent the reuptake of neurotransmitters. the nurse should identify that which of the following terms describes why this medication was prescribed for the client?

• pharmacologic action
• chemical stability
• route
• adverse effects

Explanation:

Pharmacologic action refers to how a drug works at the molecular, tissue, or body system level. In this case, preventing neurotransmitter reuptake is a pharmacologic action. Chemical stability is about a drug's ability to remain unchanged chemically. Route is how the drug is administered (e.g., oral, intravenous). Adverse effects are unwanted reactions to the drug.

Answer:

Pharmacologic action