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    Ati dosage calculation n200 retake proctored exam
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    The physician orders medication R 500mg PO. Medication R is supplied as a suspension 125mg/5mL . How many mL will the nurse administer for 1 dose? Round of to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.

    mL

    Explanation & Rationale

    Let's calculate the dosage step-by-step: 1. Determine the concentration of the medication in the suspension: 125 mg / 5 mL = 25 mg/mL 2. Calculate the volume needed: 500 mg / 25 mg/mL = 20 mL

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