Q. During pregnancy, drug distribution is more. Which of the following sentences describe the given fact better?
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(A)
The baby needs more drug
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(B)
The mother needs more drug due to high metabolism
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(C)
The surface area increases in the mother’s body due to the presence of uterus, placenta, and foetus. Thus more area for distribution of drugs
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(D)
The growth of the uterus, placenta, and foetus increases the volume thus increasing distribution. And even the baby forms a separate compartment for a drug to get distributed
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Correct Answer: (D)
The growth of the uterus, placenta, and foetus increases the volume thus increasing distribution. And even the baby forms a separate compartment for a drug to get distributed