All of the following conditions slow down the body's ability to handle drugs except
A. menopause.
B. heart conditions.
C. diseased kidneys.
D. hypertension.
Answer: A
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1. "Atrial fibrillation." 2. "Bradycardia." 3. "Premature ventricular contraction." 4. "Tachycardia."
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