Order: Irrigate decubitus ulcer (wound irrigation) with 500 mL of a 70% hydrogen peroxide solution q6h. The amount of water to be added to the hydrogen peroxide solution is ______________
a. 150 mL
b. 350 mL
c. 250 mL
d. 714 mL
ANS: A
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