Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
The healthcare provider prescribes penicillin 200,000 units IM for a client with pneumonia. The available vial is labeled, 'Penicillin 500,000 units/mL'. How many mL should the nurse administer to this client? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Calculation: 200,000 units ├â┬À 500,000 units/mL = 0.4 mL, ensuring accurate dosing.