The nurse is administering an oral medication that is available in a suspension. What should be used to administer this type of medication?
a. Oral syringe
b. IV setup
c. Teaspoon
d. None of the above
A
The nurse would use an oral syringe, because it is the most accurate. Teaspoons are often inaccurate and do not hold a standard amount. An IV setup is not appropriate for an oral medication.
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