Is there enough medication in a 15 mL container of potassium ...

[Metfan725]

Is there enough medication in a 15 mL container of potassium chloride oral solution 10, 20 mEq per 15 mL, to fulfill an order of 22.5 mL? Explain.

Question 2

Compute the amount of medication you will give to administer one dose of the following orders. Assume all tablets are scored, when necessary.
 
 
 
  The problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medications, and other factors.
 
  Order: potassium chloride 30 mEq p.o. b.i.d
  Supply: Package containing 15 mL of potassium chloride oral solution 10, 20 mEq per 15 mL.
  Give: __________ mL
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

[Ksanderson1296]

Answer to Question 1

No, there is not enough medication in one container.

Answer to Question 2

22.5

[Metfan725]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[rachel]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review