You are preparing to administer medication through a nasogastric tube. Which of the following medications should not be administered this way?
A)A crushed enteric coated tablet mixed with 30cc of water.
B)An emptied encapsulated medication mixed in t30cc of water.
C)Liquid Dilantin
D)Crushed low dose aspirin mixed with 30cc of water.

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An enteric coated tablet is enteric coated for a reason; either to protect the stomach lining or to ensure the medication is absorbed in the small intestine. If you are faced with this situation, it would be best to speak with the client's doctor regarding a substitute medication.

You Are Preparing to Administer Medication Through a Nasogastric Tube