Asked by Alyssa Allison on Jul 09, 2024
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The prescriber orders 3 mg/kg/d of a medication to be given in 3 equal doses.The patient weighs 44 pounds.The nurse calculates that the proper amount per dose is ___________.
Mg/Kg/D
Milligrams per kilogram per day; a unit of dosage calculation based on a patient's weight, common in prescription medication dosing.
- Comprehension of the protocols and arithmetic operations necessary for the administration of medication, including the determination of dosages and intravenous medication oversight.
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Ashley NunleyJul 13, 2024
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20 mg
Convert pounds to kilograms.
44 pounds×1 kg/2.2 pounds = 20 kg
Solve the equation for how many mg/dose.
20 kg×3 mg/kg = 60 mg/dose
Solve the equation for how many mg/dose.
60 mg divided by 3 equal doses = 20 mg/dose
Convert pounds to kilograms.
44 pounds×1 kg/2.2 pounds = 20 kg
Solve the equation for how many mg/dose.
20 kg×3 mg/kg = 60 mg/dose
Solve the equation for how many mg/dose.
60 mg divided by 3 equal doses = 20 mg/dose
Learning Objectives
- Comprehension of the protocols and arithmetic operations necessary for the administration of medication, including the determination of dosages and intravenous medication oversight.