Select the correct dose of acetaminophen for a 3-year-old girl weighing 32 pounds.
A. 40 mg every 4 to 6 hours
B. 240 mg every 4 to 6 hours
C. 160 mg every 4 to 6 hours
D. 80 mg every 4 to 6 hours
Answer: C
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