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    Ati lpn pharmacology proctored exam

    A client ordered grapefruit juice for breakfast. The nurse should review the client's medication record for medications metabolized by the:

    Explanation & Rationale

    B. Liver: Grapefruit juice inhibits CYP3A4 enzymes in the liver, which metabolize many drugs (e.g., statins, calcium channel blockers). This inhibition can lead to increased drug levels and toxicity. A. Gall bladder – The gall bladder stores bile but does not metabolize drugs. C. Kidney – The kidneys excrete drugs, but grapefruit juice does not significantly impact renal metabolism. D. Small bowel – Some drug metabolism occurs in the intestines, but grapefruit juice primarily affects liver enzymes.

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