A client reports taking four 325-mg acetaminophen capsules every 6 hours to control back pain. The nurse cautions the client against this practice as the maximum total daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed _____ grams per day
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: The maximum total daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed 4 grams per day.
Global Rationale: This patient is taking 5200 mg (325 mg/capsule x 4 capsules x 4 doses) of acetaminophen each day. The nurse should intervene by educating the patient about the maximum dose of acetaminophen.
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