Directions: Use the label (where provided) to obtain the necessary information. Round answers to the nearest tenth where indicated
Order: cefazolin (Ancef) 0.375 g IM q6h
Available:
a. How many milliliters of diluent will you add for IM use? _____ mL
b. Why will the reconstituted volume be larger than the amount of diluent? __
c. What is the dosage strength of the reconstituted solution? ___________
d. What are the directions for use?
e. How many milliliters will you administer? _____ mL
ANS:
a. 2.5 mL
b. The medication itself adds volume
c. 330 mg per mL
d. For IM or IV use
e. 1.1 mL
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