All of the following changes in the geriatric patient affect the pharmacokinetics of a medication, EXCEPT:
A) decreased gastrointestinal motility.
B) depressed liver function that may prolong drug action.
C) increased body fat and decreased muscle mass.
D) uncompromised renal function.

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All of the other options listed (A, B, C) can affect the absorption, distribution, metabolism, or elimination of a medication, but uncompromised renal function would not have an impact on pharmacokinetics.

All of the Following Changes in the Geriatric Patient Affect