The drug label of cefpodoxime (Vantin) indicates it should be suspended in 44 mL of distilled water to create 75 mL with a final concentration of 50 mg/5 mL. The client's dose is 10 mg/kg/day divided into two equal doses. The client weighs 88 lbs
How much medication in mL will the nurse provide with each dose? (Round to the nearest full mL).
ANS: 20 mL
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