The patient/client is to receive Sandostatin 0.05 mg subcutaneously daily. The medication is available as Sandostatin 100 mcg/1 mL. Which syringe should the nurse use to administer the medication? Use proportion (fractions) to calculate the dosage.
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Since 1 mg is equal to 1000 mcg, we can convert the dosage as follows: 0.05 mg * 1000 mcg/1 mg = 50 mcg Show more…
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