A client with inflammatory bowel disease is ordered to receive Methylprednisone (Solumedrol) 60 mg every 8 hours. The label on the vial reads 125 mg of Solumedrol in 5 ml. How many ml will the nurse draw in the syringe to give to the client?
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According to the label, there are 125 mg in 5 ml. So, we divide 125 mg by 5 ml to get 25 mg/ml. Show more…
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