An NP Would Prescribe the Liquid Form of Ibuprofen for a 6

question 10

Multiple Choice

An NP would prescribe the liquid form of ibuprofen for a 6 year old because:

• A) Drugs given in liquid form are less irritating to the stomach
• B) A 6 year old may have problems swallowing a pill
• C) Liquid forms of medication eliminate the concern for first-pass effect
• D) Liquid ibuprofen does not have to be dosed as often as tablet form

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