Never crush, open, or empty a sustained-release tablet or capsule into food or liquid. Using sustained-release medication in this way can cause the patient to receive a(n) ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
overdose
Never crush, open, or empty a sustained-release tablet or capsule into food or liquid because it predisposes a patient to an overdose.
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