When administering oral and liquid medications to a pediatric patient which of the following is the most successful strategy?
A. Observe the parent administer the medication.
B. Require that the nurse administer the medication.
C. Allow the doctor to administer the medication.
D. Have the medical assistant administer the medication.
Answer: A
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