What technique should you use when measuring a liquid drug in a medicine cup to ensure an accurate dose?
a. Hold the cup at eye level while pouring the drug.
b. Hold the cup below eye level while pouring the drug.
c. Hold the cup above eye level while pouring the drug.
d. Use a syringe to draw up the drug and then place it in the medicine cup.
ANS: A
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