Ordered: Methylphenidate HCl tablets 10,000 mcg with breakfast ...

[jman1234]

Ordered: Methylphenidate HCl tablets 10,000 mcg with breakfast and lunch, for a patient with narcolepsy. Available:
 
  a. Estimate:
  b. DA verification:
  c. Evaluation:

Question 2

Ordered: Meclomen 0.1 g tid with full glass water, for a patient with arthritis. Remain upright for an hour after taking. Available:
 
  a. Estimate:
  b. DA verification:
  c. Evaluation:

[ankilker]

Answer to Question 1

a. Estimate: more; 2 tab (1000 mcg = 1 mg), 5 mg = 5000 mcg x 2 = 10,000 mcg
b. DA verification:
c. Evaluation: Equation is balanced, estimate supports answer.

Answer to Question 2

a. Estimate: more; 2 cap (1000 mg = 1 g)
b. DA verification:
c. Evaluation: Equation is balanced, estimate supports answer.