Administration of a Medication in the Elderly Can Result in a Much

Multiple Choice

Administration of a medication in the elderly can result in a much higher dosage than the clinician might intend because

A) the metabolic rate in the elderly is so high.
B) the kidneys of the elderly do not work well.
C) the elderly have less water content in the body.
D) other medications they take might enhance the concentration of another drug.
E) they cannot regulate pH well.