A pediatric patient is ordered acetaminophen 240 mg PO. The available bottle contains acetaminophen liquid at a concentration of 160 mg/5 mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?

Identify the ordered dose and available concentration Ordered Dose: 240 mg Available Concentration: 160 mg/5 mL Calculate the volume to administer Volume to administer = (Ordered Dose ÷ Concentration) × Volume of Concentration Volume to administer = (240 ÷ 160) × 5 Volume to administer = 1.5 × 5 = 7.5 mL