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Pharm Ch. 3 Vocab
Pharmacology - Chapter 3 Vocabulary
| Glossary | Definition |
|---|---|
| Active transport | The active (energy-requiring) movement of a substance between different tissues via biomolecular pumping mechanisms contained within cell membranes. |
| Diffusion | The passive movement of a substance (e.g., a drug) between different tissues from areas of higher concentration to areas of lower concentration. (Compare with active transport.) |
| Elderly | Pertaining to a person who is 65 years of age or older. (Note: Some sources consider “elderly” to be 55 years of age or older.) |
| Nomogram | A graphical tool for estimating drug dosages using various body measurements. |
| Pediatric | Pertaining to a person who is 12 years of age or younger. |
| Polypharmacy | The use of many different drugs concurrently in treating a patient, who often has several health problems. |