The average adult dose of Phenergan is 50 mg. Using the Young rule for a 10-year-old, what is the correct dosage for the child?
a. 23 mg
b. 25 mg
c. 30 mg
d. 35 mg
ANS: A
[Age of the child over age of the child + 12] × the average adult dose = child's dose.
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