A client is to receive a drug that has a half-life of 36 hours. The drug would probably be administered on which dose schedule?
a. Once a week
b. Once a day
c. Twice a day
d. Three times a day
ANS: B
Since the medication requires 36 hours to be eliminated from the body, a once-daily dosing pattern would allow therapeutic drug levels to be maintained.
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A) aggressive treatment with diuretics, beta blockers, and 1,000-calorie diet. B) restriction of fluid and sodium intake. C) dietary management; exercise regimen; and stress reduction. D) lifestyle modification and a diuretic medication.
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