When glucocorticoids are prescribed using “twice a day” dosing, the doses should be divided in the following manner:A. Half in the morning and half in the eveningB. Two thirds in the morning and one third in the afternoonC. One third in the morning and two thirds in the eveningD. Half in the morning and half in the afternoonE. One third in the afternoon and two thirds in the evening

When glucocorticoids are prescribed using “twice a day” dosing, the doses should be divided in the following manner:A. Half in the morning and half in the eveningB. Two thirds in the morning and one third in the afternoonC. One third in the morning and two thirds in the eveningD. Half in the morning and half in the afternoonE. One third in the afternoon and two thirds in the evening

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

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Chapter19: Analgesics, Sedatives, And Hypnotics

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15CRQ

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