The nurse is preparing to administer oral medications to a client who is on a dysphagic diet. Which nursing action is best in administering the 0900 medication to the client? Crush the medication and:...

The nurse is preparing to administer oral medications to a client who is on a dysphagic diet. Which nursing action is best in administering the 0900 medication to the client? Crush the medication and:

a. put the crushed medication in 15 mL of tap water.

b. mix the crushed medication in 4 ounces of applesauce.

c. dissolve the crushed medication in 30 mL of warm water.

d. mix the crushed medication in 30 mL of thickened liquid.

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