When administering a bitter medication to a child, the nurse or parent should:
a. refrain from telling the child that the medication is bitter.
b. tell the child that the medication tastes good.
c. encourage the child to put ice in the mouth for a few minutes before taking the medication.
d. mix the medication into the child's milk at breakfast.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: The nurse should be honest but firm with the child.
B Incorrect: The nurse should be honest but firm with the child.
C Correct: Ice in the mouth may decrease taste sensation when a bitter medication is being given.
D Incorrect: Medication should not be mixed in with essential foods, as the child may later avoid these foods.
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