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Which of these directions should the nurse give to a client who is to take a medication administered buccally?
 
  a. Place the medication in the mouth against the cheek until it dissolves completely.
  b. Place the medication under the tongue until it dissolves completely.
  c. Chew the medication thoroughly before swallowing it.
  d. Drink plenty of liquids after chewing the medication and swallowing it.

Question 2

A 20-year-old client has an undescended testicle and asks the nurse how he should perform testicular self-examination (TSE). What instruction should the nurse provide?
 
  a. A normal testis should feel round and soft.
  b. Grasp the testis with both hands, and feel the entire surface between the thumb and forefinger.
  c. If you feel anything strange, repeat the TSE several times to be sure.
  d. Perform the examination before you shower.



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covalentbond

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Answer to Question 1

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When administering a medication buccally, place the medication in the mouth against the cheek until it dissolves completely. Swallowing the medication changes the route of administration and alters absorption.

Answer to Question 2

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TSE can be performed on a male with an undescended testicle by grasping the testis with both hands and feeling the entire surface between the thumb and forefinger.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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