Ordered: enoxaparin sodium 35 mg subcut, for a patient following knee surgery. Available: How many milliliters should the nurse prepare?
a. Estimated dose:
b. DA equation:
c. Evaluation:Indicate the nearest measurable dose on the syringe.
a. Estimate: 0.35 mL (less than 0.4 mL)
b.
c. Equation is balanced. Estimate supports answer.
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