The Nurse Is Teaching a Parent to Administer Medications Using

The nurse is teaching a parent to administer medications using a child's gastrostomy tube. The parent asks why it is necessary to give water after each medication. The nurse explains that the water is given for which purpose?

A) To decrease gastrointestinal upset
B) To dilute the medication and enhance absorption
C) To ensure that all medication is infused into the stomach
D) To improve overall hydration