Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Full-length
The client's mother contacts the clinic regarding medication administration stating, 'My daughter can't swallow this capsule. It's too large.' Investigation reveals that the medication is a capsule marked SR. The nurse should instruct the mother to:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
SR (sustained release) capsules cannot be opened or crushed, as this alters their release mechanism. The pharmacist should be contacted for an alternative formulation.