The RN is caring for the patient whom weighs 10 kg. The MD orders Acetaminophen 50mg/kg/day divided in 4 doses. How many mg should the nurse administer PER DOSE?

Identify the prescribed daily dose, client weight, and number of doses Prescribed Dose: 50 mg/kg/day Client Weight: 10 kg Number of Doses: 4 Calculate the total daily dose Total Daily Dose = 50 × 10 Total Daily Dose = 500 mg/day Calculate the dose per administration Dose per Dose = Total Daily Dose ÷ Number of Doses Dose per Dose = 500 ÷ 4 = 125 mg