Ati Pn Dosage Calculations. Adult Medical Surgical Proctored Assessment 3.1
A nurse is preparing to administer phenytoin oral suspension to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Refer to the medication label below.) ALWAYS DISPENSE WITH MEDICATION GUIDE 8 fl oz (237 mL) Phenytoin Oral Suspension, USP 125 mg per 5 mL IMPORTANT SHAKE WELL BEFORE EACH USE NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE THIS PRODUCT MUST BE SHAKEN WELL ESPECIALLY PRIOR TO INITIAL USE. Each 5 mL contains 125 mg phenytoin, with a maximum alcohol content not greater than 0.6 percent. Advice to Pharmacist and Patient- A calibrated measuring device is recommended to measure and deliver the prescribed dose accurately. A household teaspoon or tablespoon is not an adequate device. See package insert for complete prescribing information Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77° F) see USP controlled room temperature. Protect from light. Do not freeze. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.
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