The nurse is caring for a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis. The doctor orders a bolus of IV insulin 0.1 unit/kg. the patient weighs 75 kg. The insulin is supplied 100 units/ 100mL. How many mL will the nurse administer?

To determine the correct volume to administer, follow these steps: 1. Calculate the dosage in units: The dosage is 0.1 unit/kg. The patient weighs 75 kg. Total dosage = 0.1 unit/kg x 75 kg = 7.5 units. 2. Determine the volume to administer: The insulin is supplied as 100 units in 100 mL. Therefore, the concentration is 1 unit/mL. Volume to administer = 7.5 units / 1 unit/mL = 7.5 mL.