A nurse is providing patient education to a mother regarding…

A nurse is providing patient education to a mother regarding a liquid antibiotic prescribed for her child to take at home. The prescription states amoxicillin 250 mg 1 teaspoon (5 ml) every 8 hours for 7 days. After talking with the mother, the nurse realizes the family does not have measuring spoons in their home. What action should the nurse take to ensure accurate medication administration?