A patient visits her doctor because she has been getting sick frequently, is often drowsy, and has stomach pain. The patient is
an elderly woman who does not drink alcohol, but she does smoke and she takes various medications as prescribed. The
doctor discovers that her stomach is bleeding and also notices liver and kidney problems. What is the most likely factor in the
patient's life that is leading to her symptoms?
The patient is elderly.
The patient takes various medications.
The patient smokes.
The patient does not sleep enough.