What Is a Cause for Increased Rate of Drug Absorption

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is a cause for increased rate of drug absorption in an older patient?

• A) Change of the chemical composition of the drug
• B) Increased gastric pH
• C) Decreased strength of the drug
• D) Decreased gastric motility

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