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| Vapor or Gas is Inhaled through the Nose or Mouth and Absorbed into the Bloodstream through the Lungs |
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| drug is taken by mouth and is absorbed into the bloodstream through the Stomach or Small Intestine (may also be called enteral administration) |
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drug is administered by injection using a needle and syringe or a needle and intravenous (IV) tubing
Types of Parenteral Injections:
Intradermal; Intramuscular (IM); Intravenous (IV); Subcutaneous (SQ)
Where Injected (in same order as above):
within the layers of the skin; into a muscle; into a vein; beneath the skin |
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| Drug is in the form of a Suppository or Liquid and is Inserted into the Rectum |
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| Drug is Placed Under the Tongue and is Absorbed into the blood vessels there |
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| Drug is applied to a Particular Area for Local Action (generally lotions, ointments, and eye or ear drops) |
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| Drug is absorbed into the bloodstream through the Skin by means of a Controlled Release Patch |
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