The nurse receives an order for Medication N 0.035 g intramuscularly every 4 hours. The medication label states Medication \( \mathrm{N} 50 \mathrm{mg} / \mathrm{mL} \). How many mL should the nurse prepare to administer the correct dose?

To prepare the correct dose, first, convert the ordered dose from grams to milligrams. Since 0.035 g equals 35 mg, you need to determine how many mL contain this amount. The medication concentration is \(50 \, \text{mg/mL}\). Using the formula \(\text{Volume} = \frac{\text{Dose}}{\text{Concentration}}\), you can calculate: \[ \text{Volume} = \frac{35 \, \text{mg}}{50 \, \text{mg/mL}} = 0.7 \, \text{mL} \] So, the nurse should prepare 0.7 mL. Now, when administering medications, always double-check the dosage calculations to avoid any mistakes! Common errors include not converting units correctly or misreading the concentration on the label. Always have a second pair of eyes review the calculations or confirm with another healthcare professional when in doubt. It adds an extra layer of safety!