A nurse is preparing to administer a buccal medication. The nurse should do which of the following?

A. Place the medication between the cheek and gum.
B. Instruct the client to swallow the medication.
C. Apply the medication to clean, dry skin.
D. Insert the medication under the tongue.


Answer: A

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