Instructions to a Client Regarding Self-Administration of Oral Enteric-Coated Tablets

question 4

Multiple Choice

Instructions to a client regarding self-administration of oral enteric-coated tablets should include which of the following statements?

• A) "Avoid any other oral medicines while taking this drug."
• B) "If swallowing this tablet is difficult,dissolve it in 3 ounces of orange juice."
• C) "The tablet may be crushed if you have any difficulty taking it."
• D) "To achieve best effect,take the tablet with at least 8 ounces of fluid."

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Definitions:

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