The nurse is measuring 4 mL of a liquid cough elixir for a child. Which method is most appropriate?
a. Using a teaspoon to measure and administer
b. Holding the medication cup at eye level and filling it to the desired level
c. Withdrawing the elixir from the container using a syringe without a needle attached
d. Withdrawing the elixir from the container using a calibrated oral syringe
ANS: D
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