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Which of the following contains the appropriate information for a medication being prescribed?

1) Acetaminophen 160mg/5ml, 10 ml po every 4 hours as needed for fever/pain, dispense 240ml, refills 1
2) Acetaminophen 320mg every 4 hours as needed, dispense 1 bottle
3) Acetaminophen 160/5, 320 mg once every 4 hours for fevers, dispense 1 bottle, refills 0
4) Acetaminophen 160mg/5ml, 320mg every 4 hours as needed for fevers/pain, dispense 12,800mg, refills 1

Answer :

Final answer:

The correct prescription information is option 1, as it includes the medication name, dosage, route, frequency, quantity, and number of refills in a clear format.

Explanation:

The appropriate information for a medication being prescribed typically includes the medication name, dosage, the route of administration, the frequency of administration, the total quantity to be dispensed, and the number of refills. Out of the options provided, 1) Acetaminophen 160mg/5ml, 10 ml po every 4 hours as needed for fever/pain, dispense 240ml, refills 1 includes all the necessary components in a clear and organized manner: it specifies the concentration of the drug (160 mg of acetaminophen per 5 ml), the dosage to take (10 ml), the route of administration (po, which stands for 'per os' or orally), the frequency (every 4 hours), the indication (as needed for fever or pain), the total quantity to be dispensed (240 ml), and the number of refills allowed (1).

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