Calculate the Volume (ML) to Be Administered Per Dose for the Following

question 14

Short Answer

Calculate the volume (mL) to be administered per dose for the following weight-based medications. Round to the nearest tenth mL.
-A provider orders oprelvekin 50 mcg/kg, subcut, once daily. The patient weighs 38 kg. The pharmacy provides oprelvekin in vials containing 5 mg/mL. _____ mL

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