The patient states that she does not like swallowing pills. The label on the container of a newly prescribed antihypertensive pill has the abbreviation “CR” after the name of the medication. How should the nurse administer this medication? Question 11 options: a) Do not crush or break the tablet before administration. b) Administer the medication in its liquid form. c) Break the tablet into two halves or quarters to put in applesauce. d) Dissolve the tablet in a small amount of water before giving it.
[Verified Answer]: The patient states that she does not like…
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