Which of the following are concerns about medication use in older adults? (SELECT ALL ANSWERS THAT APPLY)
A) Most older adults cannot afford medications.
B) Older adults may forget their medication routine.
C) Pharmacokinetics is slower and less complete in older adults.
D) Older adults are less willing to comply with medication orders and instructions.
E) Most older adults need to be supervised by someone to ensure that they take their medications.
F) Older adults are more prone to drug toxicity.
B, C, F
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