A health care provider prescribes OxyContin (oxycodone), 3 mg PO every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain. The medication label states: "OxyContin 5 mg/1 mL." The nurse prepares to administer one dose
How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer using one decimal place.
ANS:
0.6
Follow the formula for dosage calculation.
Desired
----------- ? Volume = mL per dose
Available
3 mg
----------- ? 1 mL = 0.6 mL
5 mg
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