The nurse is teaching parents ways to give oral medication to their child. Which action would they implement to improve compliance?
a. Crush time-release capsules to put in his favorite food.
b. Give medication quickly before he knows what is happening.
c. Allow the child to eat a frozen pop before receiving the medication.
d. Mask the flavor of medication in a toddler cup with orange juice.
ANS: C
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