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An Elderly Patient Is Having Difficulty Swallowing an Enteric-Coated Tablet

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An elderly patient is having difficulty swallowing an enteric-coated tablet for which there is no liquid form available. To help the patient swallow the dose more easily, the nurse should:


A) request the patient to tilt the chin down slightly to swallow.
B) crush the pill and administer it in applesauce.
C) use a spoon to place the tablet at the back of the tongue.
D) take only a small sip of water to swallow the tablet.

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