Changes in the Gastrointestinal System Associated with Aging Include

question 26

Multiple Choice

Changes in the gastrointestinal system associated with aging include:

• A) increased stomach acid secretion leading to susceptibility of ulcer formation.
• B) increased peristalsis thereby causing diarrhea.
• C) reduced liver blood flow and drug clearance.
• D) increased intrinsic factor production.

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