A nurse is administering pain medication to an 80-year-old man. What altered drug response might be expected due to the patient's age?
A) Decreased gastric pH causing stomach irritation
B) Increased possibility of drug toxicity due to increased distribution of water-soluble drugs
C) Increased excretion of drugs, leading to possible increased serum levels/toxicity
D) Increased possibility of drug toxicity due to higher drug plasma concentrations
D
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A) Citrus juice B) Egg yolks C) Vegetable oils D) Winter squash
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1. 22-year-old, using tampons, T=102°F, P=122, BP=70/55 2. 15-year-old, no menses for past four months 3. 18-year-old seeking information on contraception methods 4. 31-year-old, reports increasing dyspareunia