A health care provider prescribes diphenhydramine (Benadryl)…
A health care provider prescribes diphenhydramine (Benadryl), 1 mg/kg PO every 4 to 6 hr as needed for pruritus. The child weighs 10 kg. The medication label states: “Diphenhydramine 12.5 mg/5 mL.” The nurse prepares to administer one dose. How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer in a whole number.________________