Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
The nurse is preparing to administer 7.5 mg of an oral anticoagulant. The medication available is 5 mg per tablet. How many tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct answer
1.5
Rationale
Dose required: 7.5 mg. Available: 5 mg/tablet. 7.5 ├À 5 = 1.5 tablets. Administer 1.5 tablets (e.g., one whole and one half, if scored).