The RN is reviewing AM meds for a client.  The MAR order st…

The RN is reviewing AM meds for a client.  The MAR order states the following: “propylthiouracil (PTU) 150 mg ORALLY every 8 hours”.  The 1st dose is due at 8:00 am. The medication on hand comes in 50 mg tablets. (round to the nearest whole number)   Question #1: Which endocrine disorder is PTU prescribed? Question #2: How many tablets will the RN administer with each dose?