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    ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam 3
    Calculation

    A nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol 0.5 mg by mouth to an older adult client. The amount available is haloperidol oral concentrate 2 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?

    mL

    Explanation & Rationale

    To calculate the required amount of the medication, divide the desired dose (0.5 mg. by the concentration (2 mg/mL.: 0.5 mg / 2 mg/mL = 0.25 mL

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