The Nursing Assessment Identifies That the Client Is Nauseated and Cannot

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nursing assessment identifies that the client is nauseated and cannot take acetaminophen (Tylenol) orally.Which is true regarding the substitution of this medication to suppository form?

• A) It is standard practice when the patient is unable to take the ordered medication.
• B) It is acceptable if the patient agrees to the altered route form.
• C) It is preferable to having the patient miss a dose of the medication.
• D) It is contraindicated without an order from the healthcare provider.

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