Hesi rn dosage calculation proctored exam
Calculation
The healthcare provider prescribes liraglutide 1.2 mg subcutaneously daily for a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). The liraglutide pen contains 18 mg of liraglutide and will deliver doses of 0.6 mg, 1.2 mg, or 1.8 mg. When teaching the client about the use of the liraglutide pen, how many doses should the nurse tell the client is available in each pen? (Enter the numerical value only.)
doses
Explanation & Rationale
Total amount of liraglutide in the pen = 18 mg Prescribed dose = 1.2 mg per day Calculate the number of doses available in each pen: Number of doses = Total amount in pen / Prescribed dose per day = 18 mg / 1.2 mg/dose = 15 doses
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