The Nurse Is Teaching the Client How to Administer a Sublingual

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching the client how to administer a sublingual tablet in the home setting. What is the highest priority instruction?

• A) Take nothing by mouth for one hour before taking the medication.
• B) Avoid taking fluid with the medication.
• C) Gently place the tablet between the teeth and gums.
• D) Take the medication with food so as to avoid gastrointestinal irritation.

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