When administering medications using a dropper, the nurse knows to do all the following except:
a. hold the dropper vertically.
b. use the dropper that comes with the medication.
c. touch the medication with the fingers.
d. use the measuring scale on the dropper.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is the correct position for the dropper.
B Incorrect: The dropper that comes with the medication should be used.
C Correct: Medication should never be touched with the fingers.
D Incorrect: The measuring scale on the dropper should be used.
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