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Your answer: 295
Correct answer: 0.16 mL
Did you remember to include the correct units? The following shows how to answer this Dosage By Weight Question.
Solumedrol 2.5 mg/kg is ordered for a child weighing 8 kg. Solumedrol is available as 125 mg / 1 mL is available. How many mL must the nurse administer?
| Weight in Kg * Dosage Per Kg | = Y (Required Dosage) |
| 8 kg * 2.5 mg/kg | = 20 mg |
- This is now an ordinary Mass/Liquid For Liquid Question. 20 mg is ordered and the medication is available as 125 mg / 1 mL.
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x Volume Per Have | = Y (Liquid Required) |
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x 1 mL | = 0.16 mL |
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