The doctor writes an order for a liquid oral medication. The order says to administer 15 mg by mouth every 4 hours as needed for sore throat. Pharmacy dispenses you with 30 mg/3ml. How many ml will you administer per dose?

A. This option is incorrect, check rationale for option C. B. This option is incorrect, check rationale for option C. C. Step 1: Use the formula Amount to administer (mL) = (Desired dose ÷ Dose available) × Volume available Step 2: Insert known values Desired dose = 15 mg Dose available = 30 mg Volume available = 3 mL Amount to administer = (15 ÷ 30) × 3 Amount to administer = 0.5 × 3 Amount to administer = 1.5 mL Step 3: Match the calculated volume to the options 1.5 mL → Option C Final Answer: C. 1.5 mL/dose D. This option is incorrect, check rationale for option C.