During a health history, a patient explains that she drinks grapefruit juice on a regular basis. The nurse understands that this can cause inhibition of drug metabolism that can last
a. 6 hours.
b. 12 hours.
c. 3 days.
d. 7 days.
ANS: C
The inhibitory effects of grapefruit juice can last up to 3 days.
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