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    Ati Dosage calculation rn paediatrics of nursing proctored assessment 3.2
    Calculation

    A nurse is preparing to administer risperidone 25 mg IM. After reading the label, how mar the nearest hundredth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Identify the formula for volume to administer: Volume (mL)=Dose ordered (mg)/Available concentration (mg/mL) Substitute the given values: Dose ordered = 25 mg Available concentration = 37.5 mg/mL Volume=25/37.5​=0.6667mL. Round to the nearest hundredth: 0.6667=0.67mL.

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