Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Administration of Medications

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the administration of medications to elderly individuals is accurate?

• A)Multiple medications can be given to elderly individuals without problems.
• B)When giving multiple medications to elderly individuals, the dosage of each medication must be reduced by half.
• C)Medication dosages may need to be adjusted in the elderly based on liver or kidney impairment.
• D)Elderly individuals should never be given more than five medications simultaneously.
• E)Medications administered to elderly individuals in the evening are better tolerated than if they are given in the morning.

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