A patient is currently prescribed MXL (morphine MR) 90mg cap…
A patient is currently prescribed MXL (morphine MR) 90mg capsules, ONE to be taken ONCE a day. Guidelines state: The standard dose of a strong opioid for breakthrough pain is usually one-sixth of the regular 24-hour dose, repeated every 2-4 hours as needed. What would be the maximum quantity of morphine that should be prescribed for EACH breakthrough dose? Give your answer in milligrams.
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A patient is currently prescribed tramadol 50mg capsules at a dose of TWO capsules to be taken FOUR times a day. The patient continues to be in pain, and it is decided to prescribe oral morphine as an alternative to tramadol. Using the table below, what dose of morphine would provide an equivalent daily dose? Give your answer in milligrams. Extract from Online BNF Â
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A vet asks for your advice on using chlorhexidine gluconate 4% solution for skin antisepsis. They have been advised to dilute 25mL of chlorhexidine gluconate 4% solution with 25mL of water. What is the concentration (%w/v) of the resulting solution?
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