A child has a lower respiratory infection. , Order: loracarbef (Lorabid) 250 mg, PO, q12h , Child's weight: 66 lb (30 kg) , Pediatric dose parameters: 15 to 30 mg/kg/day divided into two doses taken 1 hour ac or 2 hours pc , Drugs available:
a. What is the dose parameter according to the child's weight?
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 lower respiratory infection. , Order: loracarbef (Lorabid) 250 mg, PO, q12h , Child's weight: 66 lb (30 kg) , Pediatric dose parameters: 15 to 30 mg/kg/day divided into two doses taken 1 hour ac or 2 hours pc , Drugs available:  
a. What is the dose parameter according to the child's weight?
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 lower respiratory infection. , Order: loracarbef (Lorabid) 250 mg, PO, q12h , Child's weight: 66 lb (30 kg) , Pediatric dose parameters: 15 to 30 mg/kg/day divided into two doses taken 1 hour ac or 2 hours pc , Drugs available:  
a. What is the dose parameter according to the child's weight?
b. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
c. How many milliliters would you give the child per dose?

A Child Has a Lower Respiratory Infection