A child weighing 22 lb is prescribed acetaminophen (Tylenol) every six hours as needed for pain. The dose prescribed is 100 mg. The Nursing Drug Guide states 10–15 mg/kg/dose q4–6h. Do not exceed 5 doses in 24 hours. How much will be administered if the available suspension is 160mg/5mL. Round your answer to the nearest tenth. Is this a safe dose?
A child weighing 22 lb is prescribed acetaminophen (Tylenol) every six hours as needed for pain. The dose prescribed is 100 mg. The Nursing Drug Guide states 10–15 mg/kg/dose q4–6h. Do not exceed 5 doses in 24 hours. How much will be administered if the available suspension is 160mg/5mL. Round your answer to the nearest tenth. Is this a safe dose?
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.A child weighing 22 lb is prescribed acetaminophen (Tylenol) every six hours as needed for pain. The dose prescribed is 100 mg. The Nursing Drug Guide states 10–15 mg/kg/dose q4–6h. Do not exceed 5 doses in 24 hours. How much will be administered if the available suspension is 160mg/5mL. Round your answer to the nearest tenth.
Is this a safe dose?
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