Directions: Prepare the following strength solutions. Describe your calculations
800 mL of 3/4 strength Sustacal via gastrostomy over 6 hours
ANS:
3/4 × 800 = 600 mL of formula (solute)
Amount of solution (800 mL) − Amount of solute (600 mL) = Amount needed to dissolve (200 mL)
Therefore, you will add 200 mL of water to 600 mL of Sustacal to make 800 mL of 3/4 strength Sustacal.
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