An order is written for 80 mg of a medication in elixir form.The medication is available in 80 mg/tsp strength.The nurse prepares to administer:

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The nurse should first change the household measurement to a metric equivalent (5 mL = 1 tsp).Then the nurse should use the formula for calculating a medication dosage:
80 mg
80 mg F1F1F1S1F1F1F10 5 mL = 5 mL
Option 1 is an incorrect dosage.
Option 3 is an incorrect dosage.10 mL would equal 2 teaspoons,in this case,160 mg.
Option 4 is an incorrect dosage.15 mL would equal 3 teaspoons,in this case,240 mg.

An Order Is Written for 80 Mg of a Medication