Order: Synthroid 0.1 mg q AM IV for a child weighing 59 lb. The safe dosage range for this child is 4 to 5 mcg/kg/day p.o. Any IV dose should be 75% of an oral dose. A vial of Synthroid 200 mcg/5 mL is available
Calculate the volume of Synthroid to be further diluted and determine if it is a safe dosage. _______________
a. 2.5 mL
b. 5 mL
c. 10 mL
d. Hold and clarify order-underdose
ANS: A
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