The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Taking

The nurse is caring for a client who is taking mesalamine (5-aminosalicylic acid) (Asacol,Rowasa) for ulcerative colitis.The client has trouble swallowing the pill.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) Crush the pill carefully and administer it to the client in applesauce or pudding.
B) Empty the contents of the capsule into applesauce or pudding for administration.
C) Contact the client's health care provider to request an order for Asacol suspension.
D) Contact the client's health care provider to request an order for Rowasa enemas instead.