Asked by Randy Aceituno on Jul 03, 2024
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The patient is to receive amoxicillin 500 mg q8h; the medication is dispensed at 250 mg/5 mL. How many milliliters will the nurse administer for one dose? Record your answer using a whole number. ___ mL
Amoxicillin
A broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Milliliters
A metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter, often used in measuring liquids in medical and scientific contexts.
- Fulfill accurate medication preparation and administration duties, incorporating the performance of calculations and safety audits.
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Zybrea KnightJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
10
The drug is dispensed at 250 mg/5 mL. The nurse is to give 500 mg, which is 10 mL. OR Dose ordered over dose on hand (500/250) * volume or amount on hand (5). 500/250 * 5 = 10 mL.
The drug is dispensed at 250 mg/5 mL. The nurse is to give 500 mg, which is 10 mL. OR Dose ordered over dose on hand (500/250) * volume or amount on hand (5). 500/250 * 5 = 10 mL.
Learning Objectives
- Fulfill accurate medication preparation and administration duties, incorporating the performance of calculations and safety audits.
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