A resident's order specifies an oral tablet, but the resident says she would rather have it crushed in pudding. What governs whether this is allowed?

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AThe aide may always crush at the resident's request
BWhether the drug is safe to crush and the route stays oral
COnly a pharmacist may ever approve crushing
DCrushing changes the route and is never permitted

✓ Correct answer: B. Whether the drug is safe to crush and the route stays oral Crushing keeps the oral route but is only acceptable if the medication is not extended-release or enteric-coated; the aide should verify with a crush list or the nurse/pharmacist.

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