This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The recommended safe dosage of erythromycin for a child is 20 mg/kg/day in four equal doses. The ... (Read 76 times)

vicky

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 586
on: Jul 3, 2018
The recommended safe dosage of erythromycin for a child is 20 mg/kg/day in four equal doses. The child's weight is 33 lb. The medication is supplied in 125 mg/mL.
 
  a. What is the child's weight in kilograms? _____________
  b. Calculate the safe dose for this child. ___________________ _
  c. How many milliliters will be administered for each dose? ___________________ _

Question 2

The patient has methylphenidate 15 mg oral twice a day at 0800 and 1300 ordered for a decreased level of consciousness. The medication is supplied as methylphenidate 5 mg per tablet.
 
  How many tablets of methylphenidate would the patient receive with each dose? _________ Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

CharlieArnold

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 319
Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a. 15 kg
b. 75 mg/dose
c. 0.6 mL/dose

Answer to Question 2

3 tablets


vicky

  • Member
  • Posts: 586
Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Wow, this really help

shewald78

  • Member
  • Posts: 340
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Multiple experimental evidences have confirmed that at the molecular level, cancer is caused by lesions in cellular DNA.

Did you know?

Coca-Cola originally used coca leaves and caffeine from the African kola nut. It was advertised as a therapeutic agent and "pickerupper." Eventually, its formulation was changed, and the coca leaves were removed because of the effects of regulation on cocaine-related products.

Did you know?

A serious new warning has been established for pregnant women against taking ACE inhibitors during pregnancy. In the study, the risk of major birth defects in children whose mothers took ACE inhibitors during the first trimester was nearly three times higher than in children whose mothers didn't take ACE inhibitors. Physicians can prescribe alternative medications for pregnant women who have symptoms of high blood pressure.

Did you know?

The human body's pharmacokinetics are quite varied. Our hair holds onto drugs longer than our urine, blood, or saliva. For example, alcohol can be detected in the hair for up to 90 days after it was consumed. The same is true for marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, methamphetamine, and nicotine.

Did you know?

Fungal nail infections account for up to 30% of all skin infections. They affect 5% of the general population—mostly people over the age of 70.

Meningocele. (a) A meningocele is a herniation of the meninges, usually associated with the spinal c Meningocele. (a) A meningocele is a herniation of the meninges, usually associated with the spinal c
Supervised role-play can help a child feel more at ease during office visits. Supervised role-play can help a child feel more at ease during office visits.
A first aid box should be centrally located in the shop and kept stocked with the recommended ... A first aid box should be centrally located in the shop and kept stocked with the recommended ...
Erythromycin and oxytetracycline Erythromycin and oxytetracycline
Marasmus The emaciated appearance of this child is a sign (and symptom) of marasmus Marasmus The emaciated appearance of this child is a sign (and symptom) of marasmus
Pineapples carry harmful insect shell insects, safe to eat? Pineapples carry harmful insect shell insects, safe to eat?
Video: Allergic Rhinitis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library