Which of the following statements about
pharmacokinetics is correct?
 - A) Absorption refers to the movement of a drug from the
bloodstream into interstitial and intracellular fluid.
 - B) Metabolism involves the elimination of a drug and its
metabolites from the body.
 - C) Distribution occurs when a drug is bio-transformed via hepatic
metabolism.
 - D) Elimination refers to the absorption of a drug from the
administration site into the blood/plasma.
 **Answer**: A) Absorption refers to the movement of a drug
from the bloodstream into interstitial and intracellular fluid.
Rationale: Absorption involves the transfer of a drug from its
administration site (directly or indirectly) into the blood/plasma.
2. **Question**: What is the route of administration with the
highest bioavailability?
 - A) Intramuscular
 - B) Oral
 - C) Intravenous
 - D) Subcutaneous