Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
The oral method of medication administration would be used for all of the following EXCEPT:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B. When a patient is nauseated and needs something for vomiting, administering medication orally may exacerbate their nausea and vomiting, leading to potential aspiration or ineffective absorption. Therefore, alternative routes like intravenous or suppository may be more appropriate.
A: Correct - Oral administration is suitable when the medication is not affected by digestive enzymes.
C: Correct - Oral method is appropriate for cooperative patients who can swallow.
D: Correct - Having an infection does not automatically exclude the use of oral medication.
A: Correct - Oral administration is suitable when the medication is not affected by digestive enzymes.
C: Correct - Oral method is appropriate for cooperative patients who can swallow.
D: Correct - Having an infection does not automatically exclude the use of oral medication.