Calculate the following dosages based on kilogram of body weight. Round weights and answers to the nearest whole number

The physician has ordered a medication to be given 100 mg/kg/day every 8 hours. The child weighs 45 lb. How much will be given for the entire day?


2,000 mg per day

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