The nurse is to administer acetaminophen (Tylenol) prn to a client for a headache; however, the client has been vomiting all day. Which route should the nurse use to administer the medication?
1. Oral
2. Vaginal
3. Rectal
4. Intravenous
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The rectal route is often used if the client has nausea or vomiting. The nurse should administer an acetaminophen suppository to the client.
Rationale 2: This medication is not available as a vaginal suppository.
Rationale 3: The rectal route is often used if the client has nausea or vomiting. The nurse should administer an acetaminophen suppository to the client.
Rationale 4: There is not an intravenous form of this medication.
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