Reconstitution Practice Problems

Sample Problem Calculated: #2

2. Order: Zovirax 250 mg IV

Available: Read Label ans:
5 mL

Calculate Problem:

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Reconstitution Practice Problems

7. Order: Cefadyl 700 mg IM

Directions on label: Add 1 mL sterile saline = 500 mg/1.2 mL (Round answer to the
Hundredth place)
Calculate Problem:

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Follow reconstitution directions and add 20 mL of Sterile Water
for injection into the vial and shake until a clear solution is
achieved. Calculate the problem using the supply dose
concentration of 1000 mg/20 mL, along with the
ordered dose (250 mg) to calculate the problem.
Formula:

X mL = 20 mL x 250 mg = 5000 = 5 mL of Zovirax is to

be adm. to the Patient.
1000 mg 1 1000