A child has a systemic infection. , Order: ampicillin 150 mg, PO, q6h , Child's weight: 12 kg , Pediatric dose parameter: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day in four divided doses , Drug available:
a. How many milligrams of ampicillin would the child receive per day?
b. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
c. How many milliliters would you give the child per dose?

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A child has a systemic infection. , Order: ampicillin 150 mg, PO, q6h , Child's weight: 12 kg , Pediatric dose parameter: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day in four divided doses , Drug available:  
a. How many milligrams of ampicillin would the child receive per day?
b. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
c. How many milliliters would you give the child per dose?

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The Answer of A child has a systemic infection. , Order: ampicillin 150 mg, PO, q6h , Child's weight: 12 kg , Pediatric dose parameter: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day in four divided doses , Drug available:  
a. How many milligrams of ampicillin would the child receive per day?
b. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
c. How many milliliters would you give the child per dose?

A Child Has a Systemic Infection