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    Dosage calculation rn critical care proctored assessment 3.2

    A nurse is preparing to administer phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse identify as correct according to the medication label?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The medication is for IV administration: The label clearly indicates that this is an oral suspension and not for intravenous (IV) use. B. The medication should not be stored below 30°C (86°F): The label specifies that the medication should be stored below 30°C (86°F), but it does not imply that storing it below this temperature would be harmful, making this option incorrect. C. The total amount available per container is 4 mL: The label clearly states that each container delivers 4 mL of the medication, making this the correct answer. D. The nurse should avoid shaking the medication: The label explicitly instructs to shake well before using, so the nurse should shake the medication.

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