A child weighing 20.4 kg is to receive a 0.3-0.5 mcg/kg/dose. Each dose is to infuse over 30 minutes. The supply is labeled 2 mcg/2 mL
Calculate the normal dosage ranges to the nearest tenth and the flow rate ranges in gtt/min using a set calibrated to 60 gtt/mL.
Dosage range is 6.1-10.2 mcg. Flow rate range is 12-20 gtt/min.
6.1-10.2 mcg; 12-20 gtt/min
Dosage range is 6.1-10.2 mcg. Flow rate range is 12-20 gtt/min.
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