Which Is an Appropriate Method for Administering Bitter Oral Medications

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which is an appropriate method for administering bitter oral medications to an infant or small child?

• A) Add medication to a bottle of formula or milk
• B) Add medication to any food the child is going to eat
• C) Add medication to 5 mL of a sweet-tasting substance,such as jam or ice cream
• D) Administer medication with large amounts of water to dilute medication sufficiently

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