A Newborn Is Ordered to Receive Caffeine to Stimulate Respiratory

question 11

Short Answer

A newborn is ordered to receive caffeine to stimulate respiratory activity. The medication order reads "caffeine 0.5 mg/kg." The infant weighs 8.8 pounds. The medication is available in a 20 mg/mL elixir. How much should the infant receive?

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