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Question 1

dosage strength

Answer 1

ratio of amount of drug per form of drug
amount/form (ex: 5 mg/capsule)

also called “known ratio”

Question 2

ratio

Answer 2

two numbers that are related to each other

via : or /

Question 3

proportion

Answer 3

two ratios that are related to each other
like known (dosage strength)/unknown ratios (doctor's order)

Question 4

1 pill

Answer 4

325 mg

Question 5

1 tablet

Answer 5

2.5 mg

Question 6

dimensional analysis set up

Answer 6

ordered amount x dosage strength x conversion factor = desired amount

Question 7

cheating equation

Answer 7

D/H x V

(dose ordered / amount on hand) x vehicle