Outer coveringresistant to dissolution in gastric juices – never crush is called:  Capsule  Enteric-coated tablet.  Sustained release tablet  scored tablet

medication has a special coating that does not dissolve until the substance reaches the small intestine. This is because it is better absorbed in the small intestine, and may be destroyed by the acidic environment of the stomach.CapsulePillTrocheEnteric coated

Enteric coatings are often chosen based on pH factors to resist dissolution in the acid environment of the stomach. True False

What is one guideline to use when a tablet needs to be crushed?No prescriber order to crush medications is required.Device cleaning is only required at the end of the day.Coated tablets and medications released over time should not be crushed.Liquid medications should be used instead of crushing medications

A rapid dissolving tablet that is absorbed through the oral mucosa avoids which of the following? A. Dedusting B. Exposure to humidity C. Disintegration phase D. First-pass effect

Explain why antacid tablets for gastric patients work better if they are chewed before being swallowed.