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    Ati nur 528 med surg proctored exam (geriatrics)

    Which age-related change affects absorption?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Reduced body water: Affects distribution of water-soluble drugs, not absorption. B. Increased adipose tissue: Affects distribution of fat-soluble drugs. C. Reduced enzyme activity: May reduce efficiency of digestion and breakdown of drugs and nutrients in the GI tract, thereby affecting absorption. D. Reduced saliva: May affect swallowing and oral intake but not systemic absorption directly.

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