When Discussing Pharmacological Considerations, a 68-Year-Old Client Asks, "Why Do

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Multiple Choice

When discussing pharmacological considerations, a 68-year-old client asks, "Why do medications seem to act differently than they did when I was younger?" The nurse bases the response on the concept that:

• A) age-related changes affect the way drugs are metabolized by older adults.
• B) Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs have standardized dosages that are appropriate for all ages.
• C) older adults may need larger doses of medication to bring about the desired effects.
• D) adverse drug reactions occur with similar frequency in older adults as the general population.

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Definitions:

Increases

Refers to a situation or condition becoming larger, greater, or more in number; often associated with growth or expansion in various contexts.

Decreases

Refers to a reduction in quantity, size, rate, or level of something, often measured in various contexts such as economics, science, and health.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in operant conditioning where removing an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior's occurrence.

Punishment

A consequence applied to reduce or eliminate unwanted behavior, often discussed within the context of learning theory and behavior modification.