A nurse at the clinic is teaching a new mother how to give Tylenol drops to her infant. The nurse knows that the mother has an understanding of medication administration when the mother states:
1. "I will give the medication as prescribed and use a teaspoon to measure the correct amount.".
2. "I will use a syringe to measure the correct amount and place the syringe in the side of his cheek to take the medicine.".
3. "I will measure the medication in a cup and place it into the bottle.".
4. "I will make sure he only takes the medicine until he acts like he feels better.".
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1. A teaspoon does not give an accurate measurement for children's medication.
2. A syringe is the best option for medication administration. Placing it in the side of the cheek enables the infant to swallow without choking.
3. This method does not ensure that the child received all the medication, especially if the entire bottle is not consumed.
4. Medication should be taken for as long as the doctor has ordered.
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