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    Ati rn nus 100 fundamentals proctored exam
    Calculation

    A nurse is preparing to administer gabapentin 900 mg PO once daily for a client who has neuropathic pain. The amount available is gabapentin 300 mg/capsule. How many capsules should the nurse administer per dose?

    capsules

    Explanation & Rationale

    Step 1 is 900 mg ÷ 300 mg/capsule. Step 2 is 3 capsules. The nurse should administer 3 capsules.

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