Question

1. the physician orders vistaril 10 mg im qid q6h in two days, to enhance the effects of pain medication for your patient with a thyroidectomy.

a) how many milliliters will be administered per dose?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the dose and concentration

The dose ordered is \(10\) mg. The concentration of the medication is \(50\) mg/mL.

Step2: Use the formula \(Volume=\frac{Dose}{Concentration}\)

Substitute the values into the formula: \(Volume = \frac{10\space mg}{50\space mg/mL}\)

Step3: Calculate the volume

\(Volume=\frac{10}{50}= 0.2\space mL\)

Answer:

\(0.2\space mL\)