The pediatric dosage of tetracycline is 12 mg/kg/day. Tetracycline is available in 250 mg/5 mL. A child receiving tetracycline q6h and weighing 52.8 lb should receive a dose of _______________
a. 0.96 mL
b. 48 mL
c. 1.44 mL
d. 72 mL
ANS: C
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