Dosage MathQuestion 70 of 100
An order reads 'give 5 mL.' Using a household conversion, this equals approximately:
a.2 teaspoons
b.1 tablespoon
c.1 teaspoon
d.1/2 teaspoon
Explanation
5 mL equals 1 teaspoon. A calibrated oral syringe or medicine cup should be used because kitchen spoons vary in size.
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