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What is the bioavailability % of

IV, IM, SQ, PO, RECTAL, Inhalation, transdermal meds?

a. 100%, 100%, 100%, 100%, 100%, 100%, 100%

b. 100%, 100%, 100%, <100%, <100%, <100%, <100%

c. <100%, <100%, <100%, 100%, <100%, <100%, <100%

d. <100%, <100%, <100%, <100%, 100%, <100%, <100%

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Final answer:

The bioavailability % varies depending on the route of administration: IV, IM, and SQ have 100% bioavailability, while PO, RECTAL, Inhalation, and Transdermal have <100% bioavailability.

Step-by-step explanation:

The bioavailability % varies depending on the route of administration:

  • IV (intravenous) - 100% bioavailability
  • IM (intramuscular) - 100% bioavailability
  • SQ (subcutaneous) - 100% bioavailability
  • PO (oral) - <100% bioavailability
  • RECTAL (rectal) - <100% bioavailability
  • Inhalation - <100% bioavailability
  • Transdermal - <100% bioavailability
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