The physician has ordered the toddler to receive an oral medication. The toddler has fought medication administration in the past. Strategies the nurse will use to administer the medication would include:

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A) Requesting the medication in liquid form and using an oral syringe can make the process less intimidating and more manageable for both the nurse and the toddler. It allows for accurate dosing and can be less distressing than trying to administer pills.C) Allowing the mother to administer the medication can be comforting to the child and increase cooperation, as children often feel more secure and are more likely to accept interventions from their parents.

The Physician Has Ordered the Toddler to Receive an Oral