In the elderly, administering medication is a great concern for the nurse because these patients are more prone to side effects. The primary cause of this is:
A) Altered circulatory and renal function.
B) Accelerated gastrointestinal system.
C) Enlarged lymph nodes.
D) Musculoskeletal system weakness.
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