Question

order: tylenol (acetaminophen) 650 mg po q 4° prn headache (ha)
supply: tylenol 325 mg caplets are available
how many caplets will you give?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the required dose and available dose

Required dose = 650 mg, Available dose per caplet = 325 mg

Step2: Calculate the number of caplets

Number of caplets=$\frac{650}{325}$

Answer:

2