Pharmacological TherapiesQuestion 82 of 120
A client is prescribed 250 mg of a medication. The pharmacy supplies 125 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer?
a.Half a tablet
b.Two tablets
c.Four tablets
d.One tablet
Explanation
Using desired over available, 250 mg divided by 125 mg per tablet equals two tablets. Accurate dose calculation prevents a medication error.
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