Compute the amount of medication that will be given to administer one dose of the following orders using the dimensional analysis method to obtain your answers. Assume all tablets are scored, when necessary. Round all parenteral administration orders that are over 1 mL to one decimal place. Round all parenteral administration orders under 1 mL to two decimal places. Do not include zeros at the

end of decimal numbers.

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The problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medications, and other factors.

Order: acyclovir 0.8 g p.o. q.4h
Supply: acyclovir 400 mg tablets
Give: __________ tablets
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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