Which Is the Correct Method in Administering a Buccal Medication

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct method in administering a buccal medication?

• A) Place pill under tongue, instruct client not to swallow, stay with client until pill absorbs
• B) Place pill between gum and cheek, instruct patient not to swallow, offer glass of water after pill is absorbed.
• C) Place pill between gum and cheek, offer client a glass of water, stay with client until it is absorbed.
• D) Place pill under tongue, instruct client to swallow as necessary, stay with client until pill is absorbed.

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