There are several patient groups in whom rectal administration of medications should be avoided or used with caution. Based on this document, which patient groups are at greatest risk for erratic absorption and potential infection associated with rectal administration?

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Pediatric patients aged 10 years and patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

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Patients with chronic constipation and patients who are in an unconscious state.

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Patients who experience nausea and vomiting and patients with difficulty swallowing (dysphagia).

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Geriatric (elderly) patients and patients who experience migraines or pain.

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Neonates (newborns, full-term or preterm) and immunocompromised patients are at risk of erratic absorption and infection.

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