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rachel9

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on: Jun 25, 2018
All of the following are special considerations for older adults as related to GI function except:
 A) peristalsis becomes faster with age
  B) teeth begin to deteriorate
  C) swallowing becomes more difficult
  D) taste bud function decreases

Question 2

Calculate the following adult drug dosages
 
  The physician has ordered cephalexin 500 mg qid. On hand you have 250 mg capsules. How many capsules will you give for each dose?


courtney_bruh

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

2 capsules


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