A nurse is preparing to administer an oral elixir to a 3-month-old infant using an oral medication syringe. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A. Place the infant supine in a crib prior to administration: The infant should be in an upright position to prevent choking or aspiration. B. Mix the medication with 10 mL of formula: Medications should not be mixed with a large volume of formula to ensure the infant consumes the full dose. C. Measure the elixir in a medicine cup before transferring to a syringe: The syringe should be used directly to avoid dosing errors. D. Position the syringe to the side of the infant's tongue: This technique ensures the medication is delivered effectively and minimizes the risk of choking.