The provider prescribes aluminum hydroxide gel 2 ounces.The nurse has aluminum hydroxide in 30-mL containers in the patient's medication drawer.How many containers does the nurse administer to the patient?

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The nurse administers two containers at 30 mL per container because 1 ounce = 30 mL.The prescription calls for aluminum hydroxide 60 mL; thus,to administer 60 mL,the nurse needs two containers.

The Provider Prescribes Aluminum Hydroxide Gel 2 Ounces