A child has otitis media. , Order: cefaclor (Ceclor) 0.25 g, PO, q8h , Child's weight: 66 lb , Pediatric dose parameter: 20 to 40 mg/kg/day in three divided doses; maximum: 1 g/day , Drug available: Ceclor 250 mg/5 mL
a. How many kilograms does the child weigh?
b. How many milligrams would the child receive per day?
c. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
d. How many milliliters of Ceclor would you give per dose?

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The Answer of A child has otitis media. , Order: cefaclor (Ceclor) 0.25 g, PO, q8h , Child's weight: 66 lb , Pediatric dose parameter: 20 to 40 mg/kg/day in three divided doses; maximum: 1 g/day , Drug available: Ceclor 250 mg/5 mL
a. How many kilograms does the child weigh?
b. How many milligrams would the child receive per day?
c. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
d. How many milliliters of Ceclor would you give per dose?

A Child Has Otitis Media