Evaluation of the appropriateness of dosages for elderly persons should ____.
A) reflect reimbursement requirements
B) be based on the clinician's experience
C) rely on the information in the drug insert
D) be done on an individual basis

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Elderly patients often have different pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles compared to younger adults, necessitating individualized dosage adjustments. This approach accounts for variations in metabolism, organ function, and the presence of comorbidities among elderly individuals.

Evaluation of the Appropriateness of Dosages for Elderly Persons Should