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    Ati n400 ew med surg final proctored exam
    Calculation

    A child (14kg) is ordered Clindamycin Suspension 120mg PO every 6 hours. The safe dose is 8-25mg/kg/day. What is the minimum dose the child should receive per day? (Round to the whole number if needed) Enter text here. ______ mg

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    Explanation & Rationale

    The child weighs 14 kg. The safe dosage range is 8–25 mg/kg/day. Step 1: Use the minimum value 8 mg × 14 kg = 112 mg/day Correct Answer: 112 mg

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