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An infant is to receive thyroxin sodium, 0.35 mg once a day orally. The medications is available in elixir from 0.25 mg/ml. How much elixir should the nurse administer?

An infant is to receive thyroxin sodium, 0.35 mg once a day orally. The medications is available in elixir from 0.25 mg/ml. How much elixir should the nurse administer? Correct Answer 1.4 mL

Explanation:

Desired Dose:  0.35 mg once a day.

Medications are available in elixir from 0.25 mg/ml.

Sample Calculation:

⇒ Required dose/ Available vial 

⇒ 0.35/0.25 = 1.4 mL

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