Question

In which situation should the nurse request medications to be delivered IV rather than orally? a) When the patient prefers oral medications for convenience. b) When the patient's gastrointestinal tract is functioning normally. c) When the patient has difficulty swallowing or is NPO (nothing by mouth). d) When the nurse wants to avoid IV administration.

Answer 1

The correct answer would be option c) When the patient has difficulty swallowing or is NPO (nothing by mouth). In such situations, intravenous (IV) medication delivery is preferred to ensure the patient receives the necessary medications while bypassing the gastrointestinal tract.