When administering ibuprofen, if the dose is 2 Tbsp, how many mL should the nurse give?

To solve the conversion from tablespoons to milliliters, it's important to know the equivalence between these two units of measurement. One tablespoon (Tbsp) is equal to 15 milliliters (mL).

In this case, if the prescribed dose is 2 tablespoons, you can calculate the total volume in milliliters by using the conversion factor.

First, convert tablespoons to milliliters:

2 Tbsp x 15 mL/Tbsp = 30 mL.

This calculation shows that the correct amount to administer, when the dose is specified as 2 tablespoons, is indeed 30 mL. Understanding this conversion is essential for accurate medication dosing, ensuring that patients receive the correct amount of medication for effective treatment.