Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 320 mg PO every 12 hours to an infant. The amount available is amoxicillin suspension 400 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Calculate: 400 mg/5 mL = 80 mg/mL. For 320 mg, 320 ├â┬À 80 = 4 mL per dose.