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That's because you're solving only one part of the problem. This not only involves calculating a dose but also converting units of measure. So, what have you set up and calculated so far?
Also, just a side note: as a nursing student, you cannot use the word "nurse" as part of your username without a qualifying "to be" "future" or something similar- it's against the terms of service and actually a protected title in some states.
D/H x Q
Thats the formula you need.
D = what did the doctor order?
H = what do you have on hand?
Q = How many ml is in the container you have?
Example: Dr P orders Tylenol 800mg PO Q6* prn for pain. Pharmacy sends up a vial stating there is 400mg/ml in the vial. How many ml do you give?
D/H x Q = 800mg/400mg x 1ml = 2ml
So, using the above, what is the answer to your question? Be careful not to get side tracked by information not needed for the question.
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I'm having trouble figuring this out...could anyone help??
Doctors order: cleocin oral suspension 600 MG po qid. Directions for mixing: add 100 ml of water and shake vigorously. Each 2.5 ml will contain 100 MG of cleocin. How many tsp of cleocin will you administer?
Thanks