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:

The pharmacologic action of a drug refers to how it works at a molecular, cellular, or tissue level. In this case, preventing neurotransmitter reuptake is the pharmacologic action of the antidepressant. Chemical stability is about a drug's ability to remain unchanged chemically. Route refers to how the drug is administered (e.g., oral, intravenous). Adverse effects are the unwanted effects of a drug. So, the term that describes why the medication was prescribed (based on its ability to prevent neurotransmitter reuptake) is pharmacologic action.

Answer:

A. Pharmacologic action