Directions for reconstitution of Pfizerpen (penicillin G potassium). For IM reconstitution, add sterile water for injection.
mL diluent units per mL of solution
20, 50,000
10, 100,000
4, 250,000
1.8, 500,000
The client is to receive Pfizerpen (penicillin G potassium) 500,000 units IM now. What would be the best amount of diluent to add to the power for reconstitution for IM use?
A) 1.8
B) 4
C) 10
D) 20
Question 2
Directions for reconstitution of mezlocillin of IV injection: For IV use reconstitute with 30 mL sterile water for injection. Each 30 mL of reconstituted solution will contain 3 grams of mezlocillin.
The client is to receive 1.5 grams of mezlocillin IV every 6 hours. How many milliliters would the nurse administer to the client?
A) 1.5
B) 3
C) 15
D) 30
