Psychoactive Drugs Can Be Dangerous When Used with the Elderly

question 31

Multiple Choice

Psychoactive drugs can be dangerous when used with the elderly because

• A)they are not tested on the elderly,only on young people.
• B)side effects are more common.
• C)toxicity is more of a problem.
• D)all of the above.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The outer layer of the adrenal glands, producing vital hormones including cortisol and aldosterone.

Thyroid Gland

A butterfly-shaped gland located in the front part of the neck, responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism and energy generation.

Anterior Pituitary Gland

The front portion of the pituitary gland, which produces and releases hormones that regulate diverse body functions, including growth and reproduction.

Pars Nervosa

The posterior part of the pituitary gland, which releases hormones stored in axon terminals from the hypothalamus.