Calculate the following order: Provider orders 500 mg of ibuprofen. Available strength is 200 mg/tablets

1/2 tablet
2.5 tablets
1.5 tablets
2 tablets
1 tablet


2.5 tablets

Rationale: (500 ÷ 200) × 1 tablet = (2.5) × 1 tablet = 2.5 tablets given.

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