Hesi rn n404 maternity and pediatrics proctored exam
Calculation
The healthcare provider (HCP) prescribes amoxicillin 500 mg PO every 8 hours for a child who weighs 77 pounds. The available suspension is labeled, "Amoxicillin Suspension 250 mg/5 mL. The recommended maximum dose is 50 mg/kg/24 hour. How many mL should the nurse administer in a single dose based on the child's weight? (Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the whole number.)
mL
Explanation & Rationale
Calculation: Desired dose = 500 mg. Available concentration = 250 mg / 5 mL = 50 mg/mL. Calculate the volume to administer in milliliters (mL). Volume to administer (mL) = Desired dose (mg) / Available concentration (mg/mL) = 500 mg / 50 mg/mL = 10 mL.
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