If drug A is ordered with the Latin abbreviation q4h and drug B is ordered with the Latin abbreviation qid, which drug would be given more frequently in a 24-hour period?

a. Drug A
b. Drug B
c. Both would be given the same amount.
d. More information is needed to answer the question.


ANS: A

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