Question

which of the following best describes how the patient should take a medication with the sig code: place 1 tablet bu twice daily?
place 1 tablet between the gum and cheek twice daily
dissolve 1 tablet under the tongue twice daily
apply 1 tablet to the skin of the inner wrist twice daily
swallow 1 tablet with water twice daily
question 2
1 point
what does the abbreviation \bu\ stand for?
right eye
by mouth
both ears
buccal

Explanation:

1. The sig code "bu" refers to the buccal route of administration, which involves placing medication between the gum and cheek for absorption.
2. In medical prescription abbreviations, "bu" is the standard shorthand for "buccal", which describes the area between the cheek and gum.

Answer:

1. Place 1 tablet between the gum and cheek twice daily
2. Buccal