Dosage Calculation NCLEX RN Questions Nursing Practice Question
The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes 4 mg of morphine intramuscular (IM). The medication vial reads morphine sulfate, 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? Fill in the blank. Record your answer using 1 decimal place.
Correct Answer: 0.4 mL
Rationale: Calculate: 4 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 0.4 mL.