Order: Rocephin 300 mg IV q12h The child weighs 21 lb. The safe dosage range is 50-75 mg/kg/day in equal doses q12h. Available:
Calculate the volume of Rocephin to be further diluted in a Buretrol set and determine if it is a safe dosage. _______________
a. Hold and clarify orderâ€"underdose
b. 6 mL
c. 0.3 mL
d. 3 mL
ANS: D
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