Ati lpn fa25 paediatrics proctored exam
A 3-year-old child is prescribed a medication with a recommended dose of 5 mg/kg/day. The child weighs 15 kg. The medication is to be given twice a day. What is the correct dose per administration?
Explanation & Rationale
Step 1: Calculate the total daily dose. 5 mg/kg/day × 15 kg = 75 mg/day Step 2: Divide by number of doses per day. 75 mg/day ÷ 2 = 37.5 mg per dose
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