In long-term care facilities, 75% of older adults use which type of drugs on a daily basis?

A. Antidiarrheals
B. Asthma medications
C. Laxatives
D. Antiemetics


c
Rationale: In long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes, 75% of older adult patients use laxatives on a daily basis. Fluid and electrolyte imbalances may occur with excessive use.

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