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Because the pt has been losing weight, and she has a decreased metabolic rate due to the dying process, the HCP prescribes 0.2 mg/kg oxycodone HCL of the pt's weight. She weighs 88 lbs. The med is available as 20 mg/mL in a 30 mL bottle with a measured dropper.

How many milliliters of med will the RN administer?

a) 1.2 mL
b) 2.0 mL
c) 2.5 mL
d) 3.0 mL