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    Vati PN Comprehensive Predictor Proctored Exam
    Calculation

    A nurse is preparing to administer amikacin 5 mg/kg IM every 8 hr to a client. The client weighs 70.8 kg. How many mg should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

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    Explanation & Rationale

    Prescribed Dose: 5 mg/kg Client Weight: 70.8 kg Calculate the dose in mg Dose = 5 × 70.8 Dose = 354 mg

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