Question

A patient is taking 2 1/2 milligrams (mg) of Valium tid (three times a day). If each scored Valium tablet contains 5 mg, How many tablets does the patient take every day?

Answer 1

1.5 (1 1/2) tablets per day

Explanation:

Ordered 2.5 mg TID

Have 5mg tab

How many tablets does the pt take per day.

2.5x3=7.5mg total in one day.

7.5/5=1.5 tablets in 1 day