A patient who needed dental surgery was prescribed penicillin V potassium 1 g po, to be administered 1 hour before surgery. On hand was penicillin V potassium oral suspension 250 mg per 5 mL. How many milliliters were needed for administration?

A. 10 mL
B. 15 mL
C. 20 mL
D. 25 mL


Answer: C

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