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gbarreiro

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Is there enough medication in a 15 mL package of Potassium Chloride Oral Solution 10, 20 mEq per 15 mL, to fulfill an order of 20 mL? Explain.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Correct the medical notation of the following order. Lasix 40.0 mg IV q.d.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

No, there is not enough medication in one package. The nurse would need to use some medication from another package too.

Answer to Question 2

Lasix 40 mg IV daily.



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