Which of the following situations would call for rectal administration of a medication?
A) A 12-year-old child who is awake and able to eat lunch
B) An elderly patient who takes many oral medications every day
C) A 35-year-old man with severe nausea and vomiting who cannot keep down solid medication
D) A 72-year-old man who reports that he has been constipated all morning
C
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