Select the correct dose of a drug to be administered at a dosage of 10 mg/kg for a patient who weighs 44 pounds and is 6 years old.The drug is available as 500 mg in powder form,which will be mixed in enough water to make 100 ml of final solution (W/V).

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Step 1: Convert weight in pounds to kilograms. 1 kg:2.2 lb = X:44 lb. X = 44 lb/2.2 lb per kg = 20 kg. Step 2: Determine the dosage. X = 10 mg/kg F1F1F1S1F1F1F10 20 kg = 200 mg.

Select the Correct Dose of a Drug to Be Administered