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Title: Using dimensional analysis, calculate the correct dosage of theophylline 2 mg/kg to give orally to a ...
Post by: bb on Jul 23, 2018

Using dimensional analysis, calculate the correct dosage of theophylline 2 mg/kg to give orally to a child who weighs 51 lb. The drug is available as an elixir of 80 mg in 15 mL. Give the answer in mL.
 
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Question 2

A patient who weighs 168 lb is prescribed 15 mg of theophylline per kilogram of body weight intravenously as a loading dose. The drug is available at 250 mg/10 mL. How many milliliters should you prepare for this patient?
 
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Title: Using dimensional analysis, calculate the correct dosage of theophylline 2 mg/kg to give orally to a ...
Post by: lgoldst9 on Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

8.8

Answer to Question 2

45.8

Title: Using dimensional analysis, calculate the correct dosage of theophylline 2 mg/kg to give orally to a ...
Post by: bb on Jul 23, 2018

Thanks

Title: Using dimensional analysis, calculate the correct dosage of theophylline 2 mg/kg to give orally to a ...
Post by: lgoldst9 on Jul 23, 2018

Welcome :)