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Geriatrics and Pediatrics by Ana Nicole Rodriguez is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the pharmacological considerations for geriatrics and pediatrics, highlighting how aging and developmental stages affect drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination. Key principles include the need for careful dosing in older adults due to polypharmacy and altered drug responses, while pediatric patients require age-specific dosing due to immature organ systems and changing body composition. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding these factors to ensure
- Author
- Ana Nicole Rodriguez
- Language
- EN