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mcmcdaniel

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The order for this child is to give 6000 mg every 6 hours. Is this an acceptable and safe dose?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Convert 45 kilograms to an equivalent amount in pounds.
 
  1. 23 pounds
  2. 20.45 pounds
  3. 104.2 pounds
  4. 99 pounds


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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

No. The recommended dosing is 3 times per day and every 6 hours is 4 times per day dosing. Call prescriber to amend order.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
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Excellent

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