Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is preparing to administer vitamin K 1mg IM to a newborn. Available is vitamin K injection 1 mg/0.5 mL.How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: 0.5 mL. The dose should be administered per the prescribed amount, which in this case is 0.5 mL. It is important to follow the specific instructions provided by the healthcare provider to ensure the correct dosage is given to the patient. Choice B: 1 mL is not correct as it does not match the prescribed dose. Choice C: 2 mL is incorrect as it exceeds the prescribed amount. Choice D: 0.6 mL is also incorrect as it is not the exact prescribed dose. It is crucial for the nurse to accurately measure and administer the correct dosage to ensure the patient's safety and treatment efficacy.