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    Ati lpn dosage calculation proctored exam

    A patient is prescribed digoxin 125 mcg daily. The available digoxin is 0.25 mg/tablet. How many tablets should be given?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Identify the ordered dose and tablet strength Ordered Dose: 125 mcg (0.125 mg) Tablet Strength: 0.25 mg per tablet Calculate the number of tablets to administer Number of Tablets = Ordered Dose ÷ Tablet Strength Number of Tablets = 0.125 ÷ 0.25 = 0.5

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