All of the Following Changes in the Geriatric Patient Affect

question 51

Multiple Choice

All of the following changes in the geriatric patient affect the pharmacokinetics of a medication, EXCEPT:

• A) decreased gastrointestinal motility.
• B) depressed liver function that may prolong drug action.
• C) increased body fat and decreased muscle mass.
• D) uncompromised renal function.

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