Pediatric drug dosages are usually best calculated on the basis of the child's:
a. body surface area. c. height or length.
b. age. d. weight.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: Some drugs, such as antineoplastics, are calculated using BSA (body surface area), but most medication dosages for children are based on kg of body weight.
B Incorrect: Pediatric dosage calculations based on age alone generally are not accurate.
C Incorrect: Dosage calculations are not based on height.
D Correct: Most pediatric dosages are based on kg of body weight.
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