Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
The physician orders Zestril 15 mg po daily for hypertension. The medication is supplied in 5-mg tablets. How many tablets will the nurse administer?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
To calculate the number of tablets, divide the total dose by the dose per tablet. In this case, 15 mg ├À 5 mg = 3 tablets. Option C is correct. Option A is incorrect as it does not cover the total dose. Option B is incorrect as it is only half of the total dose. Option D is incorrect as it exceeds the total dose.