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Dosage Calculation and Measurement Flashcards

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  1. A medication is labeled 250 mg per capsule. The order is for 0.75 g. How many capsules should be given?

    Answer: 3 capsules

    0.75 g = 750 mg; 750 mg ÷ 250 mg = 3 capsules.

  2. Which measurement tool is MOST accurate for measuring liquid oral medications?

    Answer: A calibrated oral syringe

    A calibrated oral syringe provides the most accurate measurement for liquid medications.

  3. The abbreviation 'pc' on a medication order means the drug should be given:

    Answer: After meals

    PC (post cibum) is Latin for 'after meals.'

  4. A resident's order is for atenolol 25 mg. The pharmacy sends 50 mg scored tablets. What should you do?

    Answer: Split the scored tablet and give half

    A scored 50 mg tablet may be split in half to provide 25 mg as ordered.

  5. How many fluid ounces are in 240 mL?

    Answer: 8 fl oz

    240 mL ÷ 30 mL/fl oz = 8 fluid ounces (approximately).

  6. An order states: 'Give aspirin 81 mg QOD.' How often should this be administered?

    Answer: Every other day

    QOD means every other day.

  7. A resident is prescribed 1.5 g of a medication. Tablets are available in 500 mg strength. How many tablets are needed?

    Answer: 3 tablets

    1.5 g = 1,500 mg; 1,500 mg ÷ 500 mg = 3 tablets.