Choosing the “correct” words is important because words should be all of the following except . . .

A “working thesis”  . . .

10. The healthcare provider orders ampicillin 1 g in 100 mL of D5W IVPB to infuse over 20 minutes. Tubing drop factor is 15 gtt/mL. Calculate the flow rate in drops per minute.

35.The client is prescribed 3/4 strength Glucerna to run at 50 ml/hour.  The pharmacy provides Glucerna 480 mL per can.  How many milliliters of water should the nurse dilute the formula with in order to provide the correct concentration of formula?

6. A client has acetaminophen 650 mg ordered every 4 hours per gastric tube. The acetaminophen syrup is supplied in a 250 milligram per 5 mL concentration. How many milliliters would the nurse administer with each dose?

28. The client weighs 120 pounds 8 ounces.  How many kg does the client weigh?

14.  The healthcare provider orders D5 0.9% NS 1000 mL infuse over 10 hours. Tubing drop factor is 10 gtt/mL. Calculate the flow rate in drops per minute.

3. The healthcare provider orders famotidine elixir 150 mg po twice a day for heartburn. The medication is supplied in 15 mg/mL. How many milliliters will the nurse administer?

4. The healthcare provider orders magnesium oxide 1200 mg oral three times a day for a client with hypomagnesemia. Magnesium oxide is available in 400 mg tablets. How many tablets would the nurse administer with each dose? 

8.  The healthcare provider orders guaifenesin 600 mg oral every 6 hours. Guaifenesin is available in 200 mg/10 mL. How many milliliters would the nurse administer with each dose?