Phlebotomy Essentials
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ISBN: 9781451194524
Author: Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
Publisher: JONES+BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC.
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Calculate the amount to dispense for each of the following orders. When more than one dosage strength is available, choose the most appropriate.
Ordered: Baclofen 5 mg po daily for 60 days
On hand: Baclofen 10 mg scored tablet
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