A health care provider prescribes hydrocortisone (Solu-Cortef) 200 mg IV STAT for a child with acute adrenocortical insufficiency. The medication label states Solu-Cortef 100 mg/2 ml. The nurse prepares to administer one dose
How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer below in a whole number.
________________
ANS:
4
Follow the formula for dosage calculation.
Desired
----------- ? Volume = ml per dose
Available
200 mg
----------- ? 2 ml = 4 ml
100 mg
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