Ati Nur3010 Health Assessment (ICHS College) Proctored Exam
Calculation
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencing hallucinations. The provider prescribes chlorpromazine 50 mg IM every 4 hr as needed. Available is chlorpromazine injection 25 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
mL
Explanation & Rationale
Step 1: Identify desired dose and concentration Desired dose = 50 mg, Concentration = 25 mg/mL Step 2: Use the formula Volume (mL) = Desired dose ÷ Concentration Step 3: Insert values = 50 ÷ 25 Step 4: Calculate = 2 mL Final Answer: 2
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