A client is diagnosed with liver disease.The nurse realizes that which element of pharmacokinetics will be affected in this client?

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Biotransformation, also known as metabolism, occurs in the liver. In a client with liver disease, the function of the liver may be impaired, which can affect the metabolism of drugs. This can alter the drug's effectiveness, safety, and half-life. Absorption, distribution, and excretion are not directly related to liver function.

A Client Is Diagnosed with Liver Disease