Which receptacle(s) is/are commonly used in the hospital with pediatric oral medications? (Select all that apply.)
a. Oral syringe
b. Baby bottle full of formula
c. Infant feeding nipple
d. Teaspoon
e. Medicine dropper
ANS: A, C, E
An oral syringe or plastic medicine cup would be most accurate. An infant feeding nipple is commonly used for pediatric patients. A medicine dropper may be used to administer medications to pediatric patients. A full bottle of formula is too large a volume in which to administer medication. A teaspoon does not minimize the risk of spilling when administering medication to a pediatric patient.
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