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26th February 2024

A 77-year-old woman admitted to the general medical ward after a fall develops knee pain.

A 77-year-old woman admitted to the general medical ward after a fall develops knee pain. She has long-standing osteoarthritis and gets frequent flares. The nurse is instructed to administer IM diclofenac for symptomatic relief. Each 3ml ampoule contains 75mg of diclofenac. The patient requires 150mg in 3 daily divided doses.

What is the total volume of medication the patient will receive during each dose?

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