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Transcribed Image Text:14 An elderly patient with schizophrenia requires an IM injection of risperidone. He needs a dose of 25mg.
You have a vial containing 37.5mg/mL. What volume do you need to administer to the patient? (answer to
2 decimal points)
Please give your answer to two decimal places
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