Which of the following accurately describes a recommended guideline when administering oral medications to patients?
A) Assume that the patient is the authority on whether or not the medication was swallowed.
B) If a pill is dropped, it should be briefly immersed in saline to remove any dirt or germs.
C) If a patient vomits immediately after receiving oral medications, readminister the medication.
D) If a child refuses to take medication, the medication can be crushed and added to a small amount of food.
D
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