The physician writes an order for a loading dose of theophylline (Lanophyllin)5 mg/kg.The client weighs 65 kg.The medication is supplied 150 mg/15 mL.How many mL would you administer?

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To calculate the volume to administer, first calculate the total dose required: 5 mg/kg * 65 kg = 325 mg. The concentration of theophylline is 150 mg/15 mL, which simplifies to 10 mg/mL. Therefore, to administer 325 mg, you need 325 mg / 10 mg/mL = 32.5 mL.

The Physician Writes an Order for a Loading Dose of Theophylline