Which of these directions should the nurse give to a client who is to take a medication administered buccally?
a. Place the medication in the mouth against the cheek until it dissolves completely.
b. Place the medication under the tongue until it dissolves completely.
c. Chew the medication thoroughly before swallowing it.
d. Drink plenty of liquids after chewing the medication and swallowing it.
A
When administering a medication buccally, place the medication in the mouth against the cheek until it dissolves completely. Swallowing the medication changes the route of administration and alters absorption.
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