Practice Question
A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen 10 mg/kg PO every 4 to 6 hr PRŅ pain to a toddler who weighs 26.4 Ib. Available is acetaminophen liquid 160 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a lead zero if applicable. Do not use a trailing zero.)
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Correct Answer:
3.8
Rationale:
Working:
Acetaminophen 10 mg/kg PO. Weight: 26.4 lb (12 kg). Available: 160 mg/5 mL.
Dose:
10×12=120mg
Volume:
120÷160×5=3.75mL
Answer: 3.8 mL
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