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