Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer filgrastim 5 mcg/kg/day subcutaneously to a client who weighs 143 lbs. How many mcg should the nurse administer per day? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct answer
325
Rationale
To calculate the correct dosage of filgrastim for the client weighing 143 lbs, we first need to convert the weight to kg by dividing it by 2.2 (1 kg = 2.2 lbs). 143 lbs / 2.2 = 65 kg. Then, multiply the weight in kg by the dosage of 5 mcg/kg/day: 65 kg x 5 mcg/kg/day = 325 mcg/day. The correct answer is 325 mcg/day.
Summary:
- Choice A: Incorrect, as it does not provide the calculated dosage based on the client's weight and medication requirement.
- Choices B-G: Irrelevant as they do not offer a calculated dosage or provide any relevant information.
Summary:
- Choice A: Incorrect, as it does not provide the calculated dosage based on the client's weight and medication requirement.
- Choices B-G: Irrelevant as they do not offer a calculated dosage or provide any relevant information.