A nurse is preparing to administer a prescribed drug by the oral route. Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to do? Select all that apply
A) Making sure the client is in an upright position prior to administration
B) Ensuring that a full glass of water is readily available
C) Leaving PRN drugs at the bedside for ready access if needed
D) Instructing the client to tilt his or her head back to swallow a capsule
E) Having the client refrain from sipping on the water before placing the tablet in the mouth
Ans: A, B
Feedback:
Clients should always be in an upright position when receiving oral drugs and a glass of water should be readily available. They should be encouraged to take a few sips of water before placing the tablet or capsule in the mouth. Drugs should never be left at the client's bedside. Instruct clients to tilt their head back to swallow a tablet and slightly forward to swallow a capsule.
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