The client is to receive Paxil (paroxetine hydrochloride) 40 mg po daily. Each tablet contains 20 mg. Which is the correction equation to use when solving this medication problem using the formula method?
A) 40 mg/20 mg tablet = X
B) tablet : 20 mg : : X : 40 mg
C) tablet/20 mg = X/40 mg X
D) 40 mg/tablet 20 mg = X
Question 2
Which is the correct equation to use when solving dosage calculations using the proportions expressed as two fractions method?
A) Desire/Have Supply = X
B) Supply : Have :: X : Desire
C) Supply/Have = X/Desire
D) Desire/Supply Have = X
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