A child who weighs 22 lb,2 oz needs a medication.The NP learns that the recommended dosing for this drug is 25 to 30 mg per kg per day in three divided doses.The NP should order:

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The NP should first convert the child's weight to kg,which is about 10 kg.The dose is then calculated to be 250 to 300 mg per day in three divided doses,which is 83 to 100 mg per dose given tid.

A Child Who Weighs 22 Lb,2 Oz Needs a Medication