What is the correct procedure when administering a liquid medication?

Measuring the liquid medication without touching the cup is crucial for ensuring accurate dosing and maintaining hygiene. When you pour a liquid medication, touching the medication cup can introduce contaminants, potentially compromising the medication's integrity or affecting the patient's health. By measuring the medication without making contact with the cup, you maintain sterility and minimize the risk of transferring bacteria or other pathogens from your hands or the environment.

Furthermore, pouring accurately is essential in achieving the correct dosage, which is critical for the effectiveness of the treatment. Medications are prescribed in precise doses, and even small deviations can lead to underdosing or overdosing, affecting therapeutic outcomes. Therefore, using a medication cup designed for this purpose allows for a clean and accurate measurement, optimizing patient safety and effectiveness of the medication administered.