A client with HIV is prescribed pentamidine IM daily for 14 days. The client weighs 121 pounds. What dose should be prescribed for this client?
a. 4 mg c. 220 mg
b. 55 mg d. 500 mg
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This dose is too small.
B Incorrect: This dose is too small.
C Correct: The recommended dose of pentamidine IM is 4 mg/kg. Divide 121 pounds by 2.2 = 55 kg, then multiply 55 kg by 4 mg = 220 mg.
D Incorrect: This is over twice the safe recommended dose.
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