The Client Is Prescribed Thiothixene Hydrochloride 4 Mg IM Twice

question 19

Essay

The client is prescribed thiothixene hydrochloride 4 mg IM twice a day.The concentration of the medication is 5 mg/1 mL.How many mL will the nurse administer to this client?
Standard Text: Round the answer to the nearest tenth.

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Definitions:

Trypsin

A pancreatic enzyme that digests proteins.

Hydrochloric Acid

A strong, corrosive acid found in the stomach that aids in digestion by breaking down foods and killing pathogens.

Parietal Cells

Stomach cells that secrete hydrochloric acid, which is necessary to convert pepsinogen to pepsin. Parietal cells also secrete intrinsic factor, which is necessary for vitamin B12 absorption.

Intrinsic Factor

A substance secreted by parietal cells in the lining of the stomach. It is necessary for vitamin B12 absorption.