A 154-pound patient needs Lasix. The physician orders 40 mg via IV push. Lasix is supplied as 100 mg/10 mL. How many milliliters will you give to deliver 40 mg as ordered?
What will be an ideal response?
4 mL
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a. the carry requires access to a chair b. it is difficult to move through doors c. rescuers must maintain a stooped posture d. it is difficult to travel long distances