Seconal 0.1 gram PRN at bedtime is prescribed to a client for rest. The
scored tablets are labeled grain 1.5 per tablet. How many tablets
should the nurse plan to administer?
A) 0.5 tablet.
B) 1 tablet.
C) 1.5 tablets.
D) 2 tablets.
B) 1 tablet
15 gr=1 Gm. Converting the prescribed dose of 0.1 grams to grains
requires multiplying 0.1 × 15 = 1.5 grains. The tablets come in 1.5 grains,
so the nurse should plan to administer 1 tablet (B).
scored tablets are labeled grain 1.5 per tablet. How many tablets
should the nurse plan to administer?
A) 0.5 tablet.
B) 1 tablet.
C) 1.5 tablets.
D) 2 tablets.
B) 1 tablet
15 gr=1 Gm. Converting the prescribed dose of 0.1 grams to grains
requires multiplying 0.1 × 15 = 1.5 grains. The tablets come in 1.5 grains,
so the nurse should plan to administer 1 tablet (B).
