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Subjects: | MESH: Drug Dosage Calculations | Drug Compounding–methods | Pharmaceutical Preparations–administration & dosage | Mathematics | Dosage Forms | Programmed Instruction
Working With a Method of Calculation Solve the following problems using the method of your choice. 1. The order is for 50 mg. The pharmacy sends 25 mg tablets. How many tablets will the nurse give? _____ 2. The order is for 75 mg. The pharmacy sends 50 mg scored tablets. How many tablets will the nurse give? _____
This book is designed to be used for self-study. Before you start, you should attempt the pre-test to assess your current ability in carrying out drug calculations. After completing the book, repeat the test and com-pare the two scores to see if you have made any improvement. To attain maximum benefit from the book, start at the beginning
Dosage calculations based on body weight are calculated in two main stages. Stage 1: Using the formula below, calculate the total required dosage based on given the body weight. Stage 2: Apply the x Q formula to calculate the actual amount of medication to be administered. Weight (kg) x Dosage Ordered (per kg) = Y (Required Dosage)
Dosage calculation is a mandatory skill for nurses in any clinical setting. Since medication administration is one of the primary roles of clinical nurses, being able to calculate correct dosages is paramount to safe practice.
Pharmaceutical Calculations: A Conceptual Approach, is a book that combines conceptual and procedural understanding for students and will guide you to master prerequisite skills to carry out accurate compounding and dosage regimen calculations.
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