Practice problems

# Question
1 Interpret the signa : ӡii po bid
2 What is the percentage adherence if a patient received a 14-day supply and returns in 25 days for a refill?
3 What does 'SC or SQ' stand for?
4

Rx
Synthroid 100 mcg
No. XX
Sig. i tab po qd
For the above prescription, after how many days should the patient return to have the prescription refilled?

5

Rx
Metformin 500 mcg
No. 6
Sig. i tab po bid
For the above prescription, after how many days should the patient return to have the prescription refilled?

6

Rx
Amoxicillin Suspension 125 mg/5ml
Disp _____________ ml
Sig. II tsp q8h ATC X 8 d
How many ml of the antibiotic should be dispensed?

7

Interpret the subscription: M ft ung

Answers

The Answer to question 1 is: Take 2 teaspoons by mouth two times a day

The Answer to question 2 is: 56.00 %

The Answer to question 3 is: Subcutaneous(ly) (“subcutaneous” is preferred to SC or SQ)

The Answer to question 4 is: 20 days

The Answer to question 5 is: 3 days

The Answer to question 6 is: 240 ml

The Answer to question 7 is: Mix and make an ointment