You can calculate the amount to administer by using the:
A. fraction proportion method
B. scoring method
C. ratio method
D. height of the patient only
a
Rationale: Before administering medication to a patient, you need to determine how many tablets or capsules will deliver the desired dose. If necessary, convert the dosage ordered to the desired dose by using the same unit of measurement as the dose on hand. Then, you can calculate the amount to administer by using the fraction proportion method.
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