Final answer:
To find the necessary dosage in mL for 10,000 units of Drug C with a concentration of 5,000 units/mL, you divide the ordered dosage by the concentration, resulting in 2 mL to be administered.
Step-by-step explanation:
To calculate the number of milliliters of Drug C to be administered, you would use the information provided:
- Ordered dosage: 10,000 units of Drug C
- Available concentration: 5,000 units/mL
Use the following formula to find the volume needed:
Volume (mL) = Ordered dosage (units) ÷ Concentration (units/mL)
So, in this case:
Volume (mL) = 10,000 units ÷ 5,000 units/mL
Volume (mL) = 2 mL
The patient should be given 2 mL of Drug C subcutaneously (SubQ).