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The physician orders valproic acid (Depakene) syrup 0.75g orally daily. Available is 250 m...

The physician orders valproic acid (Depakene) syrup 0.75g orally daily. Available is 250 mg/5 mL. Prepare to administer ________ mL to your patient.

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Conversion is 1 g = 1000 mg

0.75 g X 1000 mg = 750 mg

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250x = 3750

3750 ÷ 250 = 15

X = 15 mL

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