Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for Administering

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason for administering medication intravenously?

• A) To achieve a rapid systemic effect
• B) The patient is allergic to the oral form of the medication.
• C) The medication is painful or irritating when given by other routes.
• D) The medication is destroyed by digestive enzymes.

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