The Physician Orders Lanoxin Elixir 80 Mcg Po Daily for a Patient

question 104

Short Answer

The physician orders Lanoxin elixir 80 mcg po daily for a patient with congestive heart failure. Available: 50 mcg/mL. How many milliliters will the nurse administer? ____________

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Definitions:

Fractures

Breaks or cracks in bones, typically caused by trauma, osteoporosis, or repeated stresses.

Bone Structure

The physical composition and framework of bones in the body, providing support, protection, and shape to an organism.

Percentage

A mathematical term denoting a fraction of 100, used to quantify proportions or comparisons.

Comminuted

Used to describe a fracture where the bone is broken into several small pieces.