A child has HIV. , Order: atovaquone (Mepron) 300 mg PO daily with meal , Child's age and weight: 18 months old and 22 lb , Pediatric dose parameter: 30 mg/kg with a range of 10 to 40 mg/kg , Drug available: Mepron suspension 750 mg in 5 mL.
a. What is the child's weight in kilograms?
b. What is the dose?
c. Is the dosage within safe dosage parameters? Explain.
d. How many milliliters would you give per dose?

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The Answer of A child has HIV. , Order: atovaquone (Mepron) 300 mg PO daily with meal , Child's age and weight: 18 months old and 22 lb , Pediatric dose parameter: 30 mg/kg with a range of 10 to 40 mg/kg , Drug available: Mepron suspension 750 mg in 5 mL.
a. What is the child's weight in kilograms?
b. What is the dose?
c. Is the dosage within safe dosage parameters? Explain.
d. How many milliliters would you give per dose?

A Child Has HIV