Ati n400 pediatric proctored exam e. W
Calculation
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 320 mg PO every 12 hr to an infant. The amount available is amoxicillin suspension 400 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to a whole number).
mL
Explanation & Rationale
Rationale: Desired dose = 320 mg Available concentration = 400 mg per 5 mL Set up a proportion: 400 mg : 5 mL = 320 mg : X mL Cross multiply: 400 × X = 320 × 5 400X = 1600 X = 1600 ÷ 400 = 4 mL
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