Certified Medication Aide Practice

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What does a sublingual tablet refer to?

Tablet made to be placed under the tongue to be absorbed rapidly into the blood stream
Liquid drug form containing drug particles that settle to the bottom of the bottle
Semi-solid cream to be applied on the skin
Flavored tablet or disc containing medication released into the throat

The correct answer is: Tablet made to be placed under the tongue to be absorbed rapidly into the blood stream

A sublingual tablet refers to a tablet that is specifically designed to be placed under the tongue for rapid absorption into the bloodstream. This route of administration allows the medication to bypass the digestive system and enter the bloodstream directly through the mucous membranes in the mouth. This method of delivery is chosen for medications that need to act quickly or when the drug would be broken down by the digestive system if taken orally. Options B, C, and D do not accurately describe what a sublingual tablet is and therefore are incorrect choices.