Which statements are true regarding the elderly and pharmacokinetics? (Select all that apply.)
a. The levels of microsomal enzymes are decreased.
b. Fat content is increased because of de-creased lean body mass.
c. Fat content is decreased because of in-creased lean body mass.
d. The number of intact nephrons is in-creased.
e. The number of intact nephrons is de-creased.
f. Gastric pH is less acidic.
g. Gastric pH is more acidic.
ANS: A, B, E, F
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