When Giving a Buccal Medication to a Patient, Which Action

question 5

Multiple Choice

When giving a buccal medication to a patient, which action by the nurse is appropriate?

• A) Encouraging the patient to swallow, if necessary
• B) Administering water after the medication has been given
• C) Placing the medication between the upper or lower molar teeth and the cheek
• D) Placing the tablet under the patient's tongue and allowing it to dissolve completely

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