Which Action Is Most Important When the Nurse Prepares to Administer

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which action is most important when the nurse prepares to administer an oral drug to a patient of any age?

• A) Asking the patient whether he or she prefers a tablet or a capsule
• B) Determining when the patient last ate or drank
• C) Assessing whether the patient has nausea
• D) Checking the patient's ability to swallow

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