A nurse is preparing to administer valproic acid 375 mg PO to a client who has acute mania. Available is valproic acid 125 mg sprinkle capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

The nurse should administer 3 capsules of valproic acid. Step-by-Step Calculation Understanding the Problem Desired valproic acid dose: 375 mg Available capsules: 125 mg each We need to find the number of capsules to administer. Calculations Calculate the number of capsules: Number of capsules = Desired dose / Capsule strength Number of capsules = 375 mg / 125 mg/capsule = 3 capsules The nurse should administer 3 capsules of valproic acid.