Med Surg 2 Proctored Exam
Calculation
The provider orders Ampicillin 0.4g IM every 6 hours, Pharmacy has provided 250 mg per mL. How many will the nurse administer?
mL
Explanation & Rationale
Calculation: Identify the prescribed dose and available concentration Ordered Dose: 0.4 g = 400 mg Available Concentration: 250 mg/mL Calculate the volume to administer Volume to administer = Ordered Dose ÷ Concentration Volume to administer = 400 ÷ 250 = 1.6 mL
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