The Fact That Many Elderly People Take Many Different Medications

question 48

Multiple Choice

The fact that many elderly people take many different medications means that _____.

• A) they are less likely to have adverse reactions
• B) their dosages should be increased
• C) the drugs can interact and produce adverse reactions
• D) they are especially aware of possible drug overdose

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