hard · NCLEX-RN pharmacology
The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of cyclosporine oral solution to a client who underwent a renal transplant 14 days ago. The client weighs 176 lbs (80 kg) and is being transitioned from tacrolimus due to neurotoxicity (hand tremors). The provider prescribes cyclosporine oral solution 6 mg/kg/day, to be divided into two equal doses given every 12 hours. The pharmacy dispenses cyclosporine oral solution labeled 100 mg/mL. What volume in mL should the nurse draw up for a single dose? Round your answer to the nearest tenth of a mL. Do not include units or symbols in your answer.
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