A client is prescribed apomorphine. The nurse prepares to administer this medication via what route?
a. oral c. intramuscular
b. subcutaneous d. intravenous
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This drug is not absorbed via the GI tract.
B Correct: Subcutaneous administration provides effects within four to eight minutes.
C Incorrect: This is not an appropriate route for this medication.
D Incorrect: This is not an appropriate route for this medication.
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