Practice Question
A nurse is preparing to reconstitute ampicillin for 1M administration to a client who has urethritis.Which of the following information should the nurse interpret from the medication label? (Refer to the medication label below.). *This vial contains ampicillin sodium equivalent to 1 gram ampicillin.For 1M use, add 3.5 ml diluent (read accompanying insert). Resulting solution contains 250 mg ampicillin per mL. Use solution within 1 hour.Usage dosage: Adults-250 to 500 mg 1M q6h. READACCOMPANYING INSERT.T tor. detailed indications, 1M or IV dosage, and precautions.Store the dry powder at 200 to 250 C (680 to 770 F) (See USP]). NDC 1234-1234-10. Ampicillin for Injection, USP. 1 gram per vial.For 1M or Use.End of label.
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Correct Answer:
Administer the medication within 1 hr of reconstitution.
Rationale:
The label instructs to use the solution within 1 hour of reconstitution.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Dosage Calculations
- Answer Choices: 4