The physician writes an order for meclizine hydrochloride (Antivert) 25 mg. Each tablet contains 12.5 mg. How many tablets would you administer?
1. 1/2 tablet
2. 4 tablets
3. 2 tablets
4. 5 tablets
3
Global Rationale: 12.5 mg per 1 tablet.
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Which of the following contribute to a higher risk for myocardial ischemia in an older patient? (Select all that apply.)
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