A nurse is administering a liquid medication to an infant. Where will the nurse place the medication to prevent aspiration?
A) Between the gum and the cheek
B) In front of the teeth and gums
C) On the front of the tongue
D) Under the tongue
Ans: A
A dropper is used to give infants or very young children liquid medications while holding them in a sitting or semisitting position. The medication is placed between the gum and the cheek to prevent aspiration.
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