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Phenytoin (Dilantin), 24 g PO, is ordered to be given through a nasogastric tube. Phenytoin is...

Phenytoin (Dilantin), 24 g PO, is ordered to be given through a nasogastric tube. Phenytoin is available as 25,000 mg / 2 mL. How much would the nurse administer?

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1gram = 1000mg

24gram = 24000mg to be given through nasogastric tube..

Phenytoin available as 25000mg/2ml

So 25000/24000 = 1.04ml

1ml the nurse can administer..

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