Using Clark's rule to calculate a pediatric dose, you must first divide the child's weight in pounds by:
A. 50 lb
B. 50 kg
C. 100 kg
D. 150 lb
d
Rationale: In Clark's rule, you must first divide the child's weight in pounds by the average adult weight of 150 lb and then multiply by the average adult dose to determine the child's dose.
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