Veterinary Technician Practice Exam

How much Gentocin would you draw if it is provided in a concentration of 50 mg/ml for a dose of 30 mg?

1. 0.3 ml

2. 0.6 ml

3. 1.0 ml

4. 1.5 ml

The correct answer is: 0.6 ml

To determine the correct volume of Gentocin to draw for a dose of 30 mg when it is provided in a concentration of 50 mg/ml, you can use the formula: \[ \text{Volume (ml)} = \frac{\text{Desired Dose (mg)}}{\text{Concentration (mg/ml)}} \] In this case, the desired dose is 30 mg and the concentration is 50 mg/ml. Plugging in the values: \[ \text{Volume (ml)} = \frac{30 \text{ mg}}{50 \text{ mg/ml}} = 0.6 \text{ ml} \] This calculation shows that to administer a 30 mg dose of Gentocin, you would need to draw 0.6 ml from a solution that has a concentration of 50 mg/ml. This confirms that the correct answer is indeed 0.6 ml. This understanding of basic dosage calculations is critical in a veterinary context, as accurate dosing is essential for patient safety and therapeutic efficacy. Properly converting doses based on concentration can help prevent overdosing or underdosing the medication.