Author Question: Why is drug testing done by pharmaceutical companies not always appropriate for the older adult? ... (Read 23 times)

newyorker26 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Why is drug testing done by pharmaceutical companies not always appropriate for the older adult?

a. The testing is not done long enough.
b. The testing does not require adequate follow-up.
c. The testing is not well regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
d. The testing is usually conducted on healthy young persons.

Question 2

An older adult who is a resident in an extended-care facility would be at risk for which of the following nutritional deficits? (Select all that apply.)

a. Repetitive nature of meals
b. Lack of culturally significant food
c. Environmental odors
d. Reaction to being fed by others
e. Non-nutritious food choices

Liamb2179 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Although the food is nutritious, the repetitive nature of the menu, the lack of culturally significant food, and environmental concerns alter the motivation to have adequate intake.