Administration of a Medication in the Elderly Can Result in a Much

question 23

Multiple Choice

Administration of a medication in the elderly can result in a much higher dosage than the clinician might intend because

• A) the metabolic rate in the elderly is so high.
• B) the kidneys of the elderly do not work well.
• C) the elderly have less water content in the body.
• D) other medications they take might enhance the concentration of another drug.
• E) they cannot regulate pH well.

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