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D2AR0N

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What is a cause for increased rate of drug absorption in an older patient?
 
  a. Change of the chemical composition of the drug
  b. Increased gastric pH
  c. Decreased strength of the drug
  d. Decreased gastric motility

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What should an older adult be encouraged to implement in order to prevent lithium toxicity?
 
  a. Increase fluid intake to 3500 mL daily.
  b. Have the patient ambulate for 10 minutes after the drug is administered.
  c. Prohibit citrus fruit in the diet.
  d. Administer a prescribed stool softener to ensure a daily bowel movement.


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Sammyo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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D2AR0N

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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