A 30 kg child has an order for a medication with a recommended dose range of 55-75mg/kg/day. A 50 mL infusion containing 450 mg has been ordered every 6 hours.a. What is the minimum daily dose? ___________b. Maximum daily dose? __________c. What is the child’s daily dose?________d. Is this dose above safe?__________

A 30 kg child has an order for a medication with a recommended dose range of 55-75mg/kg/day. A 50 mL infusion containing 450 mg has been ordered every 6 hours.a. What is the minimum daily dose? _b. Maximum daily dose? c. What is the child’s daily dose?d. Is this dose above safe?__

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

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