The physician has written an order to convert an enteric-coated medication from the pill form to the liquid form. What would be the most appropriate response of the nurse?
a. Transcribe the order and change the medication administration record to show the liquid form.
b. Use up the rest of the tablets by crushing them and giving them dissolved in water.
c. Order the liquid form from the pharmacy as ordered.
d. Inquire if the physician wants the dose to be the same as the pill.
ANS: D
Because liquids are absorbed more rapidly, the dose might need to be lowered or the schedule of administration changed to avoid an overdose. Enteric-coated medications should not be crushed.
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