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    Ati lpn dosage calculation proctored exam

    A patient requires 150 mcg of Levothyroxine. Tablets available are labeled 50 mcg. How many tablets should be administered?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Identify the ordered dose and tablet strength Ordered Dose: 150 mcg Tablet Strength: 50 mcg per tablet Calculate the number of tablets to administer Number of Tablets = Ordered Dose ÷ Tablet Strength Number of Tablets = 150 ÷ 50 = 3

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