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    Ati maternal newborn postpartum proctored exam
    Calculation

    The licensed physician orders amoxicillin 500 mg po q hours for a child weighing 44 lbs. Amoxicillin is supplied in 250 mg capsules. The recommended daily oral dosage is 25-50 mg/kg/24 h in divided doses q hours. Calculate the child's weight in kg.

    kg

    Explanation & Rationale

    Step 1 is to convert the child's weight from pounds (lbs) to kilograms (kg). 44 lbs÷ 2.2 kg/lb = 20 kg. The final calculated answer is 20 kg.

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