When Liquid Medication Is Given to a Crying 10-Month-Old Infant,which

question 5

Multiple Choice

When liquid medication is given to a crying 10-month-old infant,which approach minimizes the possibility of aspiration?

• A) Administering the medication with a syringe (without needle) placed along the side of the infant's tongue.
• B) Administering the medication as rapidly as possible with the infant securely restrained.
• C) Mixing the medication with the infant's regular formula or juice and administering by bottle.
• D) Keeping the child upright with the nasal passages blocked for a minute after administration.

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