What is the proper dosage of scopolamine administered by the nurse transdermally to reduce nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness?
A) 0.32 to 0.65 mg
B) 1.5 mg
C) 3 mg
D) 3.5 mg
B
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The scopolamine transdermal patch is 1.5 mg. If administered subcutaneously (SC) or intamuscularly (IM), the dosage would be 0.32 to 0.65 mg. Pediatric dosage is 0.006 mg/kg subcutaneous, IM, or IV.
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