Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer ampicillin to a school-age child who weighs 55 lb. The provider prescribes 50 mg/kg/day in 4 equal doses. Available is ampicillin oral suspension 125 mg/5 mL. How many ml should the nurse administer with each dose?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Calculation confirms 12.5 mL per dose is correct.