A Patient Who Weighs 259 Lb Is Prescribed to Receive

question 51

Short Answer

A patient who weighs 259 lb is prescribed to receive nesiritide (Natrecor)2 mcg/kg as an intravenous bolus.The drug available is 1.5 mg/5 mL.How many milliliters of the drug will you prepare to make the correct dose?

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