Compared with younger adults, older adults' metabolism of medication
A) takes more time.
B) takes less time.
C) takes the same amount of time.
D) requires more medication to achieve the same levels in the blood stream.

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Older adults' metabolism of medication takes more time as their liver and kidney function may decline with age, leading to a slower metabolism and elimination of drugs from the body. This can result in higher levels of medication in the bloodstream, increasing the risk of side effects and toxicity.

Compared with Younger Adults, Older Adults' Metabolism of Medication