The pediatric nurse is caring for a child that weighs 15 kg and calls the physician for an order for acetaminophen for pain control.What is the maximum amount of medication per dose the nurse anticipates ordering?

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Acetaminophen is commonly used for the relief of mild to moderate pain in infants and children.The maximum dose is 15 mg/kg/dose for infants and children,with a maximum of 5 doses in 24 hours.

The Pediatric Nurse Is Caring for a Child That Weighs