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ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer risperidone 5 mg PO. Available is risperidone 2 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth, Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero).
Correct Answer: B
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To calculate the number of tablets needed, divide the desired dose by the available dose per tablet. In this case, 5 mg รท 2 mg = 2.5 tablets.
Choice B is correct as it accurately represents the calculated number of tablets required to achieve the prescribed dose. Option A (2 tablets) is incorrect as it does not account for the exact dosage needed. Option C (2.6 tablets) is incorrect as it exceeds the accurate calculation. Option D (3 tablets) surpasses the required dose, making it incorrect.
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