The client is to receive 200 mg of a medication. There are 100-mg scored tablets available. The nurse prepares:
A. 0.5 tablet
B. 1 tablet
C. 2 tablets
D. 3 tablets
C
Dose Ordered × Amount on Hand = Amount to Administer
Dose on Hand
200 mg × "x" = x = 200x = 2 Tablets
100 mg 100
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