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    Ati lpn dosage calculation proctored exam

    A medication order reads 125 mcg, and the available concentration is 0.5 mg/mL. How many mL should be drawn up for administration?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Identify the ordered dose and available concentration Ordered Dose: 125 mcg (0.125 mg) Available Concentration: 0.5 mg/mL Calculate the volume to administer Volume to administer = Ordered Dose ÷ Concentration Volume to administer = 0.125 ÷ 0.5 = 0.25 mL

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