Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question

The client's mother contacts the clinic regarding medication administration stating, 'My daughter can't swallow this capsule. It's too large.' Investigation reveals that the medication is a capsule marked SR. The nurse should instruct the mother to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: SR (sustained release) capsules cannot be opened or crushed, as this alters their release mechanism. The pharmacist should be contacted for an alternative formulation.

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