A patient is to receive furosemide (Lasix) via a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube. The order reads, "Give furosemide, 80 mg, per PEG tube once daily." The medication is available in a liquid form, 40 mg/5 mL. Identify how many milliliters the nurse will administer for each dose. _______

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The Answer is 10 mL
40 mg:5 mL :: 80 mg:x mg
(40 × x) = (5 × 80); 40x = 400; x = 10 mL

A Patient Is to Receive Furosemide (Lasix) Via a Percutaneous