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Suppose a technician calculates that a patient needs a 2.35 mg oral dose of a medication. This drug, which has a wide therapeutic index, is only available in 2.5 mg tablets. How should this medication be dosed?


A) Crush the tablet and weigh exactly 2.35 mg.
B) Cut the tablet into tenths and measure out the appropriate dose.
C) Cut the tablet into fourths and administer 3 pieces.
D) Round down the dose to 1.25 mg and give a 1/2 tablet.
E) Give a whole 2.5 mg tablet.

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