Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
The healthcare provider (HCP) prescribes diazepam 8 mg IM every 4 hours PRN for muscle spasms for a client with a fractured femur. The available vial is labeled 'Diazepam Injection, USP 10 mg/2 mL.' How many mL should the nurse administer to the client? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Calculation: 10 mg/2 mL = 0.2 mL/mg, 8 mg ├âÔÇö 0.2 mL/mg = 1.6 mL.