Which is a characteristic of medication administration via the rectal route?
a. Irritation of the mouth
b. Nausea and vomiting
c. Bypassing of the digestive enzymes
d. Use of the first pass metabolism
ANS: C
Rectal administration bypasses the digestive enzymes because the medication is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. Rectal administration bypasses the oral cavity and does not affect the gag reflex or upset the stomach. Rectal administration bypasses first pass metabolism.
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