Based on Changes in Hepatic Function in Older Adult Patients

question 7

Multiple Choice

Based on changes in hepatic function in older adult patients, which adjustment should the nurse expect for oral medications that undergo extensive first-pass metabolism?

• A) A higher dose should be used with the same time schedule.
• B) The interval between doses should be increased.
• C) No change is necessary; metabolism will not be affected.
• D) The interval between doses should be reduced.

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Definitions:

Natural Monopolist

A natural monopolist is a single supplier in a market that can produce the total quantity of a good or service demanded at a lower cost than if there were multiple suppliers, due to high fixed costs and economies of scale.

Price-Regulated

A market condition where the government sets the maximum or minimum prices for certain goods or services to protect consumer interests or ensure affordability.

Marginal Cost

The extra expense associated with the creation of an additional unit of a product or service.

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved or is not achievable, leading to a mismatch in supply and demand.