Ati lpn paediatrics nursing cohort 5 proctored exam
Calculation
A nurse is preparing to administer prednisone 40 mg PO to an adolescent client. Available is prednisone oral solution 5 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zéro.)
mL
Explanation & Rationale
Step 1: Determine the concentration per mL Prednisone oral solution = 5 mg / 5 mL → 1 mg/mL Step 2: Use the formula Volume (mL) = Desired dose ÷ Concentration per mL Volume = 40 ÷ 1 = 40 mL Final Answer: 40 mL
🔒 Submit your answer to reveal
Your Progress
Correct0
Incorrect0
Skipped0
Accuracy0%