Question #1 doctor's order says: infuse 1500 ml of LR over 12 hrs. - Drip factor 1 gtt /ml Question# 2 The physician orders cefazolin sodium 0.25 g...

Question #1 doctor's order says: infuse 1500 ml of LR over 12 hrs. - Drip factor 1 gtt /ml

Question# 2 The physician orders cefazolin sodium 0.25 g IMq-8-h. The pharmacy sends a 1 g vial of sterile cefazolin powder with the following mixture instructions:

''For IM use, add 2.5 ml sterile water for injection and shake.''

Provides a volume of 3.0 ml (330 mg/m/l)

a. how much of the diluent will be added?

b. what is the dosage strength of the mixed medication?

c. how many mls of the medication will the nurse give to the patient?