Question

which of the following factors would necessitate a reduced drug dose for a geriatric patient?
diminished metabolism
poor compliance
gender of patient
normal renal function

Explanation:

In geriatric patients, diminished metabolism means the body processes drugs more slowly. So, a reduced drug - dose is needed to avoid drug accumulation and potential toxicity. Poor compliance is about a patient's adherence to treatment and not a factor for reducing the dose itself. Gender usually does not directly necessitate a reduced drug - dose in geriatrics. Normal renal function would not typically call for a reduced dose; rather, impaired renal function might.

Answer:

Diminished metabolism