Which Statement Does NOT Describe Instructions That Should Be Given

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which statement does NOT describe instructions that should be given to a patient who is using the buccal route of medication administration?

• A) Place the medication in the mouth next to the cheek.
• B) No food or drink is permitted until the tablets dissolve.
• C) Always place the medication in the same place to increase absorption.
• D) Decrease mucosal irritation by alternating cheeks with each dose.

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Definitions:

Diabetes Mellitus

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood due to the body's inability to produce or properly use insulin.

Excessive Dry Mouth

A condition also known as xerostomia, characterized by a significant decrease in saliva production, leading to a persistently dry feeling in the mouth.

Taste Different

Pertains to the perception of varying flavors in food or drink, influenced by factors like smell, texture, and temperature.

Sensory Overload

A condition where one or more of the body's senses experiences over-stimulation from the environment.