Interpreting percent strength

Question

A pharmacy technician compares the strength and ingredient listing on a labeled magnesium sulfate in 5% dextrose bag. Which interpretation of the dextrose listing is correct?

1. A5 g of dextrose in each 100 mL✓ Correct

   That mass and volume match the product's ingredient listing.

2. B5 mg of dextrose in each 100 mL✗ Incorrect

   The label gives the ingredient amount in grams, not milligrams.

3. C1 g of dextrose in each 100 mL✗ Incorrect

   The 1 g quantity refers to magnesium sulfate, not dextrose.

4. D100 g of dextrose in each 5 mL✗ Incorrect

   This reverses the labeled mass and volume.

Answer

A. 5 g of dextrose in each 100 mL

Rationale

The product identifies the dextrose amount in grams for a stated solution volume. Magnesium sulfate is a separate ingredient with its own labeled quantity.