Which of the following routes CANNOT be used to administer drugs to an unconscious patient?

A) oral
B) rectal
C) intravenous
D) none of the above


Answer: A

A) The oral route requires that the patient be alert and able to swallow.
B) The rectal route is used when the patient is unconscious.
C) The intravenous route can be used when the patient is unconscious.
D) One of the answers is correct.

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