The nurse caring for a 2-month-old baby uses a(n) __________ to administer a very small dose of oral medication that is in a suspension
a. Oral syringe
b. Calibrated cup
c. Teaspoon
d. Nipple
A
The nurse would use an oral syringe, because it is the most accurate. Teaspoons are often inaccurate and do not hold a standard amount. It is hard to be accurate with a small dose using a calibrated cup. The nipple is useful but does not have anything to do with accuracy.
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