A 15 year old child requires 420mg lithium liquid for treatment of psychosis. Lithium liquid is available in a strength of 520mg/5mL. What volume do you need to measure to administer the correct dose? Please give your answer as a whole number

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A 15 year old child requires 420mg lithium liquid for treatment of psychosis. Lithium liquid is available in a
strength of 520mg/5mL.
What volume do you need to measure to administer the correct dose?
Please give your answer as a whole number
Transcribed Image Text:4 A 15 year old child requires 420mg lithium liquid for treatment of psychosis. Lithium liquid is available in a strength of 520mg/5mL. What volume do you need to measure to administer the correct dose? Please give your answer as a whole number
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