Calculate the Amount of Medication (Mcg or Mg) to Be

question 31

Short Answer

Calculate the amount of medication (mcg or mg) to be administered per dose based on the patient’s weight. Round to the nearest whole number.
-A provider orders pentamidine 4 mg/kg, IV, once daily. The patient weighs 82 kg. _____ mg

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