Answer :
Final answer:
In 72 hours, the patient will use 120 mL of sucralfate suspension, calculated based on the dosage of 2 teaspoons (equivalent to 10 mL) taken four times a day. The options provided do not include the correct answer; however, 100 mL is the closest option.
Explanation:
To calculate the amount of sucralfate suspension the patient will use in 72 hours, we start by converting the dosage from teaspoons to a measurable unit, namely milliliters (mL). One teaspoon typically equals 5 mL. Therefore, 2 teaspoons would equal 10 mL. The patient takes this dosage four times a day. To find the total consumption in 72 hours, which is equivalent to three days, we'd perform the following calculation:
- Dosage per time: 2 teaspoons = 10 mL
- Dosage per day: 10 mL x 4 = 40 mL
- Total dosage in 72 hours: 40 mL/day x 3 days = 120 mL
So, the patient will use 120 mL of the suspension in 72 hours. When we look at the answer choices, 120 mL is closest to option b: 100 mL; however, there appears to be a discrepancy as none of the options accurately reflect the calculated amount. In practice, this would call for clarification since the correct answer, 120 mL, is not listed.
