Questions and Answers
The patient will get ______ mg of Penicillin each dose when the order is 60 mg/kg/day for a weight of 223 pounds.
3042
For the order of Penicillin 45 mg/kg/day divided q6h, the patient weighing 187 pounds will receive ______ mg per dose.
956.3
The nurse would administer ______ mL of Fortaz per dose for a child weighing 72 lb with the order of 25 mg/kg PO TID.
8.2
For an adult weighing 80 kg, the dosage of Tobramycin would be ______ mg for one dose.
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The doctor orders Fortaz 50 mg/kg for a patient weighing 156 lb. The amount to administer is ______ mg.
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The suitable dosage of Vancomycin for a patient weighing 184 lb, given at 10mg/kg PO bid, is ______ mg per dose.
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For Digoxin 0.012 mg/kg po QD, with the label stating '50 mcg/mL' and a patient weight of 86 lb, the necessary volume to administer is ______ mL.
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In the ordered IV heparin sodium bolus with a protocol of 80 units/kg for a client weighing 165 lb, you will administer ______ units.
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The lowest safe 24-hour dosage in mg for an infant weighing 10 lb 4 oz and prescribed Ilosone 62.5 mg PO q6h is ______ mg.
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Albuterol 1.2 mg PO TID is ordered for a child weighing 27 lb, which is a part of their ______ calculation.
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Study Notes
Medication Dosage Calculations
- Diflucan Order: 350 mg by mouth (PO) daily.
- Common Unit Conversion: Understanding milliliters in relation to medication dosages is crucial for accurate administration.
Dose Calculation Practice
- Heparin Example: Order for 2,000 units; available in 1,000 units/mL. Calculate mL for dosage.
- Labetalol Dosage: 40 mg IV twice daily; vial contains 100 mg/20 mL, total daily mg calculation is required.
IV and PO Medications
- Digoxin Administration: 1,000 mcg IV daily, divided into four doses from a vial labeled 500 mcg/2 mL.
- Protonix Dosage: 20 mg IV daily from a vial labeled 40 mg/2mL, needing to determine mL per dose.
Pediatric and Weight-Based Calculations
- Weight-Based Dosing: For medications like Penicillin, understanding kg to lb conversion (1 lb = 0.453592 kg) is necessary for accurate mg determination.
- Infant Safe Dosage: Consider recommended dosage ranges per kg for different medications, ensuring it falls within the safe limits.
Liquid Measurement Conversion
- Common Liquid Conversion: Understanding that 1 teaspoon (tsp) is approximately 5 mL aids in practical calculations for oral liquid medications.
- Milliliters to Milligrams: Acknowledge concentration labels (e.g., 10 mg/1 mL) when calculating dosages in mL.
General Calculation Strategies
- Using Available Labels: Familiarize with vial concentrations to accurately determine dosage in mL for both IV and PO medications.
- Daily Total Administration: For multiple daily doses, multiply the per-dose amount by the number of doses to get the total daily requirement.
Doctor's Orders
- Accuracy in Transcription: Always check and double-check the written orders to ensure precision in dose calculation and patient safety.
Summary of Key Calculations
- Mastering the conversion between mg/mL and the implications of drug concentration is vital for safe nursing practices.
- Regular practice with example problems improves proficiency, preparing for real-world medication administration scenarios.
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Test your skills in medication dosage calculations with this quiz focused on calculating the dose of Diflucan 350 mg in milliliters. Each question will challenge your understanding of liquid medication conversions and dosage requirements.
