A hospice patient has been ordered morphine (Roxanol) 5 mg sub-Q every 2 hours. Roxanol contains 10 mg/mL. How many milliliters will be administered?
A) 0.25 mL
B) 0.5 mL
C) 1 mL
D) 2 mL
B
Feedback:
5 mg/X = 10 mg/mL. The calculation results in 0.5 mL. The administration of 0.25, 1, or 2 mL is incorrect.
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