Which of the following is NOT a reason to crush medications before administration?
Because they may irritate mucous membranes
Because they may be slow-release dosage forms
Because the rate of absorption may be decreased
Because they may be liquid-filled
Because the rate of absorption may be decreased
Rationale: Generally, medications should not be crushed before administration because this may increase the rate of absorption, not decrease it.
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Code 33523-80 when a surgical assistant performs arterial and venous graft procurement
A) True B) False
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a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
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