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CBme

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse understands which of the following is not associated with diminishing gastrointestinal absorption of drugs in the elderly?
 
  a. consumption of high fiber foods
  b. use of stimulant laxatives
  c. reduction in the absorptive area in the GI tract
  d. increased fluid consumption by the elderly

Question 2

To enhance drug absorption in providing drug therapy to elderly clients, when possible the nurse should:
 
  a. administer liquid dosage forms.
  b. administer sustained-release dosage forms.
  c. administer drugs in a suppository dosage form.
  d. use capsule instead of tablet dosage forms.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: High fiber foods can reduce the absorption of certain drugs.
B Incorrect: The use of stimulant laxatives can reduce the absorption of medications.
C Incorrect: This will diminish gastrointestinal absorption.
D Correct: Increased fluid consumption would improve blood supply and thus increase drug distribution not absorption.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

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A Correct: Liquid dosage forms absorb better in the GI tract considering all the factors influencing drug absorption in the older adult.
B Incorrect: Altered GI absorption negatively affects timed-released medication.
C Incorrect: Loss of muscle tone and intestinal villi decreases the absorption of rectal medications.
D Incorrect: Tablets and capsules absorption is similar.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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