Order: Pipracil (piperacillin sodium) 8 g/day IV in four divided doses q.6h. The directions on the package insert state, "Add 4 mL suitable diluent (sterile water or 0.9% NaCl) to yield 1g/2.5mL
" How many milliliters will you administer per dosage? The patient weighs 160 pounds. 1. 3.2 mL
2. 20 mL
3. 0.8 mL
4. 5 mL
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