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Haya94

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on: Jul 23, 2018
What would a nurse instruct a client to do after administration of a sublingual medication?
 
  A) Take a big drink of water and swallow the pill.
  B) Try not to swallow while the pill dissolves.
  C) Swallow frequently to get the best benefit.
  D) Chew the pill so it will dissolve faster.

Question 2

A nurse is administering a liquid medication to an infant. Where will the nurse place the medication to prevent aspiration?
 
  A) Between the gum and the cheek
  B) In front of the teeth and gums
  C) On the front of the tongue
  D) Under the tongue


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jesse.fleming

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Sublingual and buccal medications should not be swallowed, but rather held in place so that complete absorption takes place.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
A dropper is used to give infants or very young children liquid medications while holding them in a sitting or semisitting position. The medication is placed between the gum and the cheek to prevent aspiration.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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