According to the guidelines of the American Geriatric Society issued in 2009, which of the following statements is true about the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in elderly patients?
A. Patients over 75 years of age should use NSAIDs with enteric coating to prevent gastrointestinal side effects.
B. Elderly patients with moderate-to-severe pain or diminished quality of life due to pain should be considered for opioid treatment rather than NSAIDs.
C. Routine lab work should be included in the treatment plan of elderly patients to prevent overdosage of NSAIDs.
D. None of the above are correct.
Answer: B
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