Ralph is a 48-year-old driver who is admitted because of mild chest pain. He is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds. He is diagnosed with a myocardial infarction. Morphine sulfate, Diazepam, and Lidocaine were prescribed. The doctor orders 8 mg of Morphine Sulfate to be given intravenously. The vial on hand is labeled 1 ml/ 10 mg. The CNS nurse should administer:

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The CNS nurse should administer 12 minims, which is equivalent to 8mg Morphine sulfate. Using ratio and proportion 8 mg/10 mg = X minims/15 minims 10 X= 120 X = 12 minims.

Ralph Is a 48-Year-Old Driver Who Is Admitted Because of Mild