Which suggestion is appropriate to teach a mother who has a preschool child who refuses to take the medications for HIV infection?
a. Mix medications with chocolate syrup or follow with chocolate candy.
b. Mix the medications with milk or an essential food.
c. Skip the dose of medication if the child protests too much.
d. Mix the medication in a syringe, hold the child down firmly, and administer the
medication.
A
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A Liquid forms of HIV medications may be foul tasting or have a gritty texture.
Chocolate will help to make these foods more palatable and is liked by most
children.
B Medications should be mixed with nonessential foods.
C Doses of medication should never be skipped.
D Fighting with the child or using force should be avoided. A nonessential food
that will make the taste of the medication more palatable for the child should be
the correct action. The administration of medications for the child with HIV
becomes part of the family's everyday routine for years.
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