Indicate the Number of Tablets or Capsules Required to Administer

question 22

Essay

Indicate the number of tablets or capsules required to administer the ordered dose. Assume all tablets are scored.
The medication label contains the following information:
Synthroid®
levothyroxine sodium tablets, USP
100 mcg (0.1 mg)
100 tablets
Order: Synthroid 0.1 mg

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