Before administering a capsule form of medication to a client via a nasogastric tube, the nurse must FIRST do which of the following actions?
a. Dissolve it in about 50 cc of cold water.
b. Check placement of the tube before instilling medication.
c. Dissolve it in about 100 cc of warm water.
d. See if a liquid equivalent form is available.
B
Prior to administering anything via a nasogastric tube, placement must first be verified.
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