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    Ati lpn dosage calculation proctored exam

    A nurse is administering digoxin 0.25 mg. Available is 125 mcg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Identify the ordered dose and tablet strength Ordered Dose: 0.25 mg (250 mcg) Tablet Strength: 125 mcg per tablet Calculate the number of tablets to administer Number of Tablets = Ordered Dose ÷ Tablet Strength Number of Tablets = 250 ÷ 125 = 2

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