How should mebendazole be administered to a client with a parasitic infection?

Mebendazole is typically recommended to be chewed and swallowed or can be crushed and mixed with food to enhance its palatability and facilitate swallowing, especially in individuals who may have difficulty swallowing whole tablets. This method of administration can improve the absorption of the medication and ensure that the client receives the full therapeutic dose required to effectively treat the parasitic infection.

The chewing or crushing process can help break down the tablet, which may enhance the medication's bioavailability. This is particularly important for individuals who are children or those who have swallowing difficulties, as it can make treatment easier and more accessible.

In contrast, swallowing the tablet whole without chewing may limit the effectiveness of the drug if the tablet is not absorbed properly. Injection and dissolution in water are not standard methods for administering mebendazole, as the medication is formulated for oral use and does not require those methods for effective treatment.