ATI LPN
ATI PN Custom Pharmacology Questions
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Which range of the normal adult dose, with the amount of medication increasing over time, is used when initiating drug therapy in elderly adults?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: One-third to one-half. When initiating drug therapy in elderly adults, it is important to start with lower doses and gradually increase to minimize the risk of adverse effects. Choosing a dose range of one-third to one-half of the normal adult dose allows for a conservative approach to medication initiation in this population. Option A (One-eighth to one-fourth) and B (One-fourth to one-third) are too conservative and may result in subtherapeutic doses. Option C (One-half to three-fourths) is too aggressive and may increase the risk of adverse effects in elderly adults.
Therefore, the correct choice is D as it balances the need for efficacy with safety when starting drug therapy in the elderly.
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