A patient taking valganciclovir for CMV retinitis reports, "I'm having difficulty taking the tablets. Can I cut them in half?" Which information should the nurse provide?
1. "Tablets can be cut and handled safely."
2. "Crush the tablets on a cutting board."
3. "The tablets must be swallowed intact."
4. "Dissolve the tablets in water."
Correct Answer: 3
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