Which age-related change is true in regard to the aging patient and medication use?
A) Liver mass increases.
B) Brain receptors become less sensitive.
C) Enzymes lose the ability to process some drugs.
D) Absorption and active transport mechanisms increase.

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Enzymes responsible for drug metabolism lose efficacy with aging, which can lead to adverse drug reactions and increased toxicity.

Which Age-Related Change Is True in Regard to the Aging