Question

15. The nurse receives an order for digoxin 0.25 mg IV daily. How many ml will the nurse

administer in the syringe? (Indicate by shading)
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Digoxin
Injection, USP
500 mcg/2 mL
Store at 20-25°C (68*-77°F).
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Deerfield, IL 60015 USA
40 packs each containing
25 x 2 mL DOSETTE Ampuls
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Answer 1

1 ml

Step-by-step explanation:

Since 1 mg = 1000 mcg

=> 0.25 mg = 250 mcg

The amount of digoxin needed: (250 mcg) / (500 mcg/2ml) = 1 ml