Multiple Choice
Which statements are true regarding the elderly and pharmacokinetics?
A) The levels of microsomal enzymes are decreased.
B) Fat content is increased because of decreased lean body mass.
C) Fat content is decreased because of increased lean body mass.
D) The number of intact nephrons is increased.
E) The number of intact nephrons is decreased.
F) Gastric pH is less acidic.
G) Gastric pH is more acidic.
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