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    Ati lpn dosage calculation proctored exam

    A patient requires 5 mg of a medication by mouth. The medication is available in 2.5 mg scored tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Identify the ordered dose and tablet strength Ordered Dose: 5 mg Tablet Strength: 2.5 mg per tablet Calculate the number of tablets to administer Number of Tablets = Ordered Dose ÷ Tablet Strength Number of Tablets = 5 ÷ 2.5 = 2

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