MEDICATION CALCULATION #33
Order: Zestril 10 mg, PO, initially & then 20 mg/day in 2 divided doses (10 mg, PO, bid or q12h)
Available: Zestril (lisinopril) 5 mg tablets
a. How many Zestril tablet(s) should the client initially receive (first day)?
b. How many tablets should the client receive per dose?
Please show your detailed calculations.
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