A client with terminal cancer is to receive 2 mg of hydromorphone (Dilaudid) IV every 4 hours as needed for severe breakthrough pain. The vial contains10 mg/mL. When the client complains of severe pain, how much solution of hydromorphone should the nurse administer? Record your answer using one decimal place. Include a leading zero if applicable. ___ mL

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1. A client with terminal cancer is to receive 2 mg of hydromorphone (Dilaudid) IV every 4 hours as needed for severe breakthrough pain. The vial contains10 mg/mL. When the client complains of severe pain, how much solution of hydromorphone should the nurse administer?

Record your answer using one decimal place. Include a leading zero if applicable. ___ mL