Calculate the Volume (ML) to Be Administered Per Dose for the Following

question 29

Short Answer

Calculate the volume (mL) to be administered per dose for the following weight-based medications. Round to the nearest tenth mL.
-A provider orders ceftazidime 100 mg/kg/day, IV, to be administered every 8 hours. The patient weighs 14.5 kg. The pharmacy provides ceftazidime in vials containing 500 mg in 5 mL. _____ mL

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