A client is ordered to receive naloxone (Narcan). The client weighs 20 kg and is ordered to receive 0.01 mg/kg. The medication is available as 400 mcg/mL. How much should the nurse administer?
What will be an ideal response?
ANS:
0.5 mL
20 kg ? 0.01 mg/kg = 0.2 mg = 200 mcg ÷ 400 mcg = 0.5 mL.
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