MrsChristopolis,81,has Brought Her Medications with Her to the Clinic and Tells

Mrs.Christopolis,81,has brought her medications with her to the clinic and tells the nurse that she has been experiencing some side effects.What should the nurse understand about medication use in Mrs.Christopolis's age group?

A) Fewer drugs are needed,as many chronic conditions do not respond to pharmacological measures.
B) Side-effects are expected in the elderly,and the nurse can help the client cope with them.
C) Drugs can be easily mixed with over-the-counter (OTC) medications for optimal benefit.
D) Medications are absorbed into the body and slowly excreted,leading to higher risk of side-effects.