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The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes 0.5 g of acetaminophen by mouth every six hours. The nurse has administered 3 doses. How many total milligrams has the client received? Fill in the blank.

Correct Answer: 1500 mg

Rationale: Convert 0.5 g to 500 mg (1 g = 1000 mg). Three doses: 500 mg × 3 = 1500 mg.

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