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    Medication Calculation Nr 226 Proctored Exam

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    Question: 1 of 18Medication calculation nr 226 proctored exam
    The client has an order for sulfasalazine 1.5 g orally. The medication available is sulfasalazine 500 mg/scored tablet. How many tablets will the nurse administer? _______ tablet(s) (If needed, round to the nearest whole number.)

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    Calculation: Identify the ordered dose and tablet strength Ordered Dose: 1.5 g (1500 mg) Tablet Strength: 500 mg per tablet Calculate the number of tablets to administer Number of Tablets = Ordered Dose ÷ Tablet Strength Number of Tablets = 1500 ÷ 500 Number of Tablets = 3
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