A Nurse Cares for a Client Who Is Prescribed Mesalamine

A nurse cares for a client who is prescribed mesalamine (Asacol) for ulcerative colitis.The client states,"I am having trouble swallowing this pill." Which action should the nurse take?

A) Contact the clinical pharmacist and request the medication in suspension form.
B) Empty the contents of the capsule into applesauce or pudding for administration.
C) Ask the health care provider to prescribe the medication as an enema instead.
D) Crush the pill carefully and administer it in applesauce or pudding.