Geriatrics Pharmacology Top Compulsory Exam Questions And Correct Answers

The nurse is caring for an elderly patient. The laboratory reports reveal decreased liver function. How does this change impact the drug action? 1 Increased excretion 2 Reduced absorption 3 Reduced metabolism 4 Increased first pass metabolism Reduced metabolism Most drugs get metabolized in the liver. The decreased liver function will lead to reduced metabolism of drugs. As a result, drugs may not be available for therapeutics effect or excretion may be reduced, causing drug toxicity. Reduced liver function does not cause increased drug excretion, as drug excretion take place through kidneys. Liver impairment does not affect absorption, as it is a function of the stomach and intestines. Impaired liver function may decrease first pass metabolism