Order: Cefazolin 500 mg IM q6 hours.  Available: Cefazolin f…

Order: Cefazolin 500 mg IM q6 hours.  Available: Cefazolin for Injection, USP 1 gram for IM or IV use. Preparation of Solution: For IM Use – Add 2.5 mL Sterile Water for Injection. SHAKE WELL. Resulting solution provides an approximate volume of 3 mL (330 mg per mL). For IV Use – See insert. Discard unused solution 24 hours after reconstitution if stored at room temperature or within 10 days if stored under refrigeration.  How many mL will the nurse administer to the client each dose? Round the answer to the tenths.