The nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication and wants to ensure a rapid drug action. Which form of the medication will the nurse prefer to administer?

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Liquid suspension is the best choice as it is already in a dissolved form and can be absorbed quickly by the body, leading to a rapid drug action. Capsules and tablets may take longer to dissolve and absorb, while enteric-coated pills are designed to resist dissolution in the stomach and may also lead to delayed drug action.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer an Oral Medication and Wants