Directions for reconstitution of Pfizerpen (penicillin G potassium). For IM reconstitution, add sterile water for injection
mL diluent units per mL of solution
20, 50,000
10, 100,000
4, 250,000
1.8, 500,000
The client is to receive Pfizerpen (penicillin G potassium) 500,000 units IM now. What would be the best amount of diluent to add to the power for reconstitution for IM use?
A) 1.8
B) 4
C) 10
D) 20
B
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