a. Define the following terms (any four):
i. Metastasis
ii. Hypnotics and sedatives
iii. Local anaesthetics
iv. Disinfectants and antiseptics
Answers
♥ Hypnotics :- These are the drugs used to cause sleep .
♥ Sedative :- These are drugs that decrease activity and have a calming & relaxing effect .
♥ Local Anaesthetics :- Its an anaesthetic that affects a restricted area of the body .
♥ Disinfectants :- It's usually used for cleaning as it destroys bacteria .
♥ Antiseptics :- Chemical that prevents an injury from infection .
Explanation:
#metastasis=the development of secondary malignant growths at a distance from a primary site of cancer.
#Hypnotics =trancelike state of altered consciousness that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject.
#local anaesthetic=Local anesthetics produce anesthesia by inhibiting excitation of nerve endings or by blocking conduction in peripheral nerves.
#disinfectants =Disinfectants are chemical agents designed to inactivate or destroy microorganisms on inert surfaces.
#Antiseptic=a liquid or cream that prevents a cut, etc. from becoming infected
#sedatives=Sedatives are a category of drugs that slow brain activity. Also known as tranquilizers or depressants, sedatives have a calming effect and can also induce sleep.
select any four .
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