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bio_gurl

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Which is the diluent in a solution such as an antibiotic and SW?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Which has a shorter shelf life: reconstituted or unreconstituted medications?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

The sterile water (SW) is the diluent, the inactive ingredient.

Answer to Question 2

Reconstituted medications have a shorter shelf life.



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