Ati dosage calculation rn mental health proctored assessment 3.2
Calculation
A nurse is preparing to administer valproic acid 375 mg po to a client who has acute mania. Available is valproic acid syrup 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero)
mL
Explanation & Rationale
Let’s calculate step by step: Order: 375 mg Available concentration: 250 mg / 5 mL First, find mg per mL: 250 mg5 mL=50 mg/mL Calculate required volume: 375 mg50 mg/mL=7.5 mL Answer: 7.5 mL
🔒 Submit your answer to reveal
Your Progress
Correct0
Incorrect0
Skipped0
Accuracy0%