A child (3 years old) has a fever. , Order: acetaminophen (Tylenol) 120 mg, PO, q4h x 4 doses/day, prn for temperature greater than 102° F , Child's weight: 15 kg , Pediatric dose: 120 to 160 mg tid, qid; maximum: 480 mg/day , Drug available:
a. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
b. How many milliliters of Tylenol would you give per dose?

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A child (3 years old) has a fever. , Order: acetaminophen (Tylenol) 120 mg, PO, q4h x 4 doses/day, prn for temperature greater than 102° F , Child's weight: 15 kg , Pediatric dose: 120 to 160 mg tid, qid; maximum: 480 mg/day , Drug available:  
a. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
b. How many milliliters of Tylenol would you give per dose?

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The Answer of A child (3 years old) has a fever. , Order: acetaminophen (Tylenol) 120 mg, PO, q4h x 4 doses/day, prn for temperature greater than 102° F , Child's weight: 15 kg , Pediatric dose: 120 to 160 mg tid, qid; maximum: 480 mg/day , Drug available:  
a. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
b. How many milliliters of Tylenol would you give per dose?

A Child (3 Years Old) Has a Fever