A client with a nasogastric tube has been prescribed a heart medication that is supplied in a capsule form. What would be the appropriate nursing action before administering this medication?
A) Flush the tube with distilled water, add the capsule, and flush the tube again.
B) Call for a specific order to open the capsule, mix with liquid, and instill in the tube.
C) Crush the capsule and add the contents to liquid and instill it into the tube.
D) Do not administer the medication; call the pharmacy for a liquid form.
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