Question

Where is medication placed if administered by the buccal route?

Options:
a) Under the tongue
b) In the cheek pocket
c) In the nostrils
d) In the ear canal

Answer 1

Medication administered by the buccal route is placed in the cheek pocket, where it can directly enter the bloodstream, providing an effective alternative to oral administration for certain conditions or medications.

Step-by-step explanation:

If a medication is administered by the buccal route, it is placed in the cheek pocket. This route involves placing the drug between the gums and the inner lining of the cheek. The buccal route allows the medication to directly enter the bloodstream through the mucous membranes in the cheek, bypassing the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This is beneficial for drugs that do not absorb easily from the GI tract into the bloodstream or when oral administration is not practical, such as when a patient has vomiting or is intubated. However, for systemic infections, oral administration is often preferred for home treatment due to its convenience, unless the patient's condition precludes this route.