To calculate the dosage to administer, we need to convert the prescribed dosage from milligrams (mg) to micrograms (mcg) since the medication is supplied in micrograms per tablet.
Given:
- Atropine dosage ordered: 0.4 mg
- Atropine supplied per tablet: 400 mcg/tab
First, convert the prescribed dosage to micrograms:
0.4 mg * 1000 = 400 mcg
Since each tablet contains 400 mcg of Atropine, one tablet is equal to the prescribed dosage:
So, you will give 1 tablet of Atropine (400 mcg) every 6 hours as needed for anxiety.