Meloxicam (Mobic) is dispensed in solution with 7.5 mg/5 mL. The physician has ordered 0.125 mg/kg daily for a child with juvenile arthritis who weighs 68 lbs. How many mL will the nurse provide?
(Round to the nearest tenth).
ANS: 2.6 mL
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