Question 1

24 prefilled 5 mL oral syringes must be dispensed to provide a 72 hour supply.

To provide a 72 hour supply, a total of 24 prefilled 5 mL oral syringes must be dispensed, as this quantity ensures that the required dosage is met over the specified time period.

A) 6

This option is incorrect because dispensing 6 syringes would only provide a total of 30 mL (6 syringes x 5 mL each), which is insufficient for a 72 hour supply. The total amount required is greater than what 6 syringes can provide.

B) 12

Dispensing 12 syringes would yield 60 mL (12 syringes x 5 mL each), which still falls short of the required amount for 72 hours. Therefore, this option is also incorrect as it does not meet the necessary dosage.

C) 24

This is the correct option because dispensing 24 syringes provides a total of 120 mL (24 syringes x 5 mL each). This amount is adequate to cover the required treatment over 72 hours.

D) 36

While dispensing 36 syringes would provide 180 mL (36 syringes x 5 mL each), it exceeds the required supply for 72 hours. Hence, this option is incorrect as it provides more medication than necessary.

Conclusion

The correct answer is 24 prefilled 5 mL oral syringes, as this quantity meets the required dosage for a 72 hour supply. All other options either provide insufficient medication or exceed the necessary amount, confirming that they do not satisfy the requirements of the question.