A pediatrician ordered Augmentin 30 mg/kg/day divided into q.8h doses for a child who weighs 66 lbs
How many milligrams should the child receive per day?
900 mg/day
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An older client is discussing problems he has when sleeping. Which of the following statements about sleep and the older adult is correct?
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