ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
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A nurse is preparing to administer 40 mg of furosemide IV. Available is furosemide 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 4
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Answer: A nurse should administer 4 mL of furosemide per dose.
To calculate this, divide the total dose (40 mg) by the concentration (10 mg/mL). 40 mg รท 10 mg/mL = 4 mL. This ensures the correct dosage is administered.
Choice B: Incorrect. This choice does not follow the correct calculation method and does not provide the accurate dosage.
Choice C: Incorrect. This choice does not consider the concentration of the medication and does not provide the correct amount to administer.
Choice D: Incorrect. This choice does not involve the necessary division of the total dose by the concentration, resulting in an incorrect answer.
Choice E: Incorrect. This choice does not show a clear calculation method or consideration of the medication concentration.
Choice F: Incorrect. This choice lacks any calculation or explanation, making it an insufficient answer.
Choice G: Incorrect. This choice does not provide any reasoning or calculation to support the amount to administer, making it an inadequate
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